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Ares Management Accountant Interview Questions

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Finance & AccountingStart here. 11 questions · ~88 min
How does GAAP influence the way we account for management fees versus performance feesMedium

Tests fee accounting treatment under GAAP for asset management context.

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Ensuring Accurate ReconciliationsMedium

Assesses controls and accuracy assurance in reconciliations.

AccuracyAres Management
Walk me through the steps you take to complete a month-end close for a complex entityMedium

Evaluates process discipline and technical capability in month-end close.

financial processesAres Management
How do you handle a situation where a balance sheet account reconciliation reveals an u...Medium

Assesses problem-solving and investigation skills in reconciliations.

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How do you ensure compliance with ASC 606 when recognizing revenue for a multi-year con...Medium

Assesses revenue recognition knowledge under ASC 606 for complex contracts.

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Behavioral & Leadership4 questions · ~32 min
Tell me about your background and your interest in joining Ares ManagementEasy

Tests motivation and fit with Ares Management and the accounting team.

career motivationfitCommunicationAres Management
Explaining Complex Concepts to Non-Financial StakeholdersMedium

Assesses communication skills and ability to translate technical accounting for non-experts.

Stakeholder ManagementCommunicationAres Management
Why do you want to work in the alternative asset management industryEasy

Assesses motivation for industry and role in a specialized asset manager.

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