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Financial Analyst - Capital Markets

Posted 13 Days Ago
In-Office
Boston, MA
70K-85K Annually
Junior
In-Office
Boston, MA
70K-85K Annually
Junior
The Financial Analyst will support accounting, reporting, and operations for KKR’s Capital Markets team, focusing on journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.
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COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

TEAM OVERVIEW

KKR’s Capital Markets (KCM) team provides best in class support to our clients, portfolio companies, and our firm by tailoring capital markets advice and creating innovative solutions for investments.  The KCM team focuses on mutual funds, pension funds, and global hedge funds by assisting with financing and capital structure improvement for our portfolio companies.  As an important resource for our Private Equity team, the KCM team also closely collaborates with investors to provide enhanced market intelligence tailored solutions to address the client’s needs.  The KCM team is responsible for advising and executing complex financing transactions, including acquisition financings, private equity syndications, buy backs, restructurings, etc.  The team also has capabilities to arrange debt and equity financing and structure investment products including asset-based lending facilities, leveraged loans, public equity, etc. 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Capital Markets Finance (“KCM Finance”) team supports business operations leaders, including the CEO and COO of KKR’s Credit & Markets business, through financial management, accounting, and reporting activities. We are seeking an Analyst to support the accounting, reporting, and operational functions of KCM, including financial close, reconciliations, and management reporting. This position provides broad exposure to capital markets transactions and related accounting processes across KKR’s platform, along with opportunities to gain knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements applicable to the firm’s registered broker-dealer entities. The role focuses on accurate execution of day-to-day accounting operations, with opportunities to contribute to analytical and process improvement initiatives. The Analyst will collaborate closely with Corporate Accounting, Treasury, Operations, Compliance, and Deal Teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare and record journal entries and reconciliations related to transaction revenues, investment activities, operating expenses, and intercompany activity across KCM entities.
  • Perform cash and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring timely investigation and resolution of discrepancies.
  • Support the month-end close process, including preparation of supporting schedules, reconciliations, and variance analyses.
  • Perform deal revenue substantiation by validating revenue against underlying deal documentation, transaction economics, and supporting agreements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Contribute to the preparation of internal reporting packages and materials for management review.
  • Provide analytical support for ad hoc projects and management requests.
  • Participate in initiatives to streamline accounting workflows, enhance system reporting, and improve data quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • CPA preferred.
  • 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably within financial services, investment management, or capital markets.
  • Understanding of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems and reconciliation tools.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and efficiency in all work products.
  • Collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset and team-first approach.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Able to build strong working relationships through in-person collaboration while effectively engaging with global counterparts in a remote setting.



#LI-DNI

This is the expected annual base salary range for this Boston-based position. Actual salaries may vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance.

Base Salary Range
$70,000$85,000 USD

KKR is an equal opportunity employer.  Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Top Skills

Financial Systems
Excel
Reconciliation Tools
U.S. Gaap

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