Technical Program ManagerThe Technical Program Manager is a high-impact role at the operational center of Carlyle's Corporate Services Technology. Familiarity with core accounting and finance concepts such as fund accounting, treasury and cash management, payments, and tax is a plus, as is experience with the systems that support them; a demonstrated ability to quickly build domain knowledge in new areas is equally valued. This foundation, combined with program discipline, enables the individual to translate business priorities into delivered outcomes. The ideal candidate brings finance operations fluency, a track record of driving cross-functional programs to completion, and the judgment to engage credibly with senior stakeholders. This is not an engineering role. The candidate is expected to bring working knowledge in one or more of the following finance domains and demonstrate the ability to develop fluency across others through structured onboarding and stakeholder engagement.
In-Office Requirement: 4 days per weekPrimary ResponsibilitiesPortfolio Operations and Program DeliveryMaintain portfolio-level coordination to ensure priorities are tracked and day-to-day operations are managed effectively across all workstreamsKeep the full portfolio organized, on track, and aligned to firm priorities across Fund Accounting, Firm Accounting, Legal Entity Management, Global Payments, Treasury & Cash Management, and Finance ReportingManage task tracking, follow-ups, and action items to ensure timely resolution across workstreamsMaintain portfolio-level views of status, risks, dependencies, milestones, and resource allocationCoordinate across leadership, the BA team, engineering, finance stakeholders, and vendors to ensure consistent execution and accountabilityProduct Strategy & OwnershipDefine and manage the domain teams' product roadmap aligned to Finance leadership prioritiesIdentify and prioritize opportunities to improve business processes through technology, automation, and AIPartner with engineering teams and finance process owners to ensure requirements are well-defined, clearly communicated, and delivered on timeProgram Delivery & Agile ExecutionLead end-to-end delivery across multiple initiatives, ensuring timelines, scope, and quality are metFoster consistent agile practices across domain teams, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectivesProactively identify and escalate risks, dependencies, and blockers to senior stakeholdersAccounting Systems and Business Process DesignApply a working understanding of core accounting concepts (general ledger, fund accounting, AP/AR, Billing, treasury operations, financial close) to inform technology decisions and prioritize workstreamsDevelop fluency across Carlyle's finance platforms and how they support upstream and downstream accounting processes; diagnose inefficiencies and direct practical, technology-enabled solutions delivery in partnership with engineering teams and finance process ownersEnsure delivered solutions align with accounting and operational requirements and are fit for long-term use by finance operations teamsQualificationEducation & CertificatesBachelor's degree, requiredConcentration in accounting, finance, information systems, or a related field preferredProfessional Experience8+ years of experience in program management, product management, operations, or business analysis within financial services or enterprise technology; private equity or alternative asset management experience strongly preferredStrong understanding of core accounting concepts (general ledger, fund accounting, accounts payable/receivable, treasury, financial close) and experience working with accounting and finance systemsProven ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives end-to-endExperience managing and mentoring Business Analysts or junior team membersExperience managing vendors, consultants, and external delivery partnersStrong financial acumen, including budget management, spend tracking, and resource planningExcellent communication skills with experience developing and presenting materials to senior and executive audiencesHighly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-throughDemonstrated comfort with AI tools and a track record of using them to improve personal and team productivityCompetencies & AttributesExperience with finance and accounting platforms (e.g., Investran, Geneva, PeopleSoft, Workday Financials, Anaplan, or similar) requiredFamiliarity with data and reporting tools (e.g., Snowflake, Power BI, Sigma Computing, or similar), preferredFunctional familiarity with finance technology platforms and the ability to engage credibly with engineering teams without being a technical practitionerExperience tracking and managing technology portfolio budgets, including spend oversight, variance analysis, and resource planningExperience operating in a PMO lead, program delivery, or portfolio operations capacityExperience embedding AI tools and automation into team workflows and business processesAbility to operate as a hands-on leader in a fast-paced, high-accountability environmentWhat Success Looks LikeFull portfolio visibility is maintained at all times: status, budget position, and delivery outcomes are current and accessible to leadership. Priorities are consistently tracked and driven to completion across all workstreams. Consistent, predictable delivery across all Finance Technology workstreams with clear ownership and accountability. Measurable improvements in finance workflows, including automation, cycle time reduction, and error reduction. Strong control of budget, vendors, and delivery outcomes. A well-supported, high-performing BA team with consistent standards and output quality across all domains.
Clear, timely executive communications delivered confidently in leadership forums. Increased team productivity through meaningful adoption of AI-enabled workflows. A Finance Technology team that operates as a cohesive, high-performing unit, with clear standards, strong morale, and a shared sense of direction shaped in part by this roleBenefits/CompensationThe compensation range for this role is specific to Washington, DC and takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to the skill sets required/preferred; prior experience and training; licenses and/or certifications. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $150,000 to $170,000. In addition to the base salary, the hired professional will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package spanning retirement benefits, health insurance, life insurance and disability, paid time off, paid holidays, family planning benefits and various wellness programs. Additionally, the hired professional may also be eligible to participate in an annual discretionary incentive program, the award of which will be dependent on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.Due to the high volume of candidates, please be advised that only candidates selected to interview will be contacted by Carlyle.About Us:The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $475 billion of assets under management, across 678 investment vehicles as of March 31, 2026.
Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with more than 2,500 professionals operating in 28 offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Carlyle's purpose is to connect people, ideas, and capital to fuel growth for companies and performance for investors, which range from public and private pension funds to wealthy individuals and families to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments – Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Carlyle AlpInvest – and has deep expertise across industries, markets, and geographies. At Carlyle, we believe that a wide spectrum of experiences and viewpoints drives performance and success. Our CEO, Harvey Schwartz, has stated that, "To build better businesses and create value for all of our stakeholders, we are focused on assembling leadership teams with the strongest insights from a range of perspectives." Reflecting this view, emphasis is placed on development, retention and inclusion through our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). We cultivate a culture where ideas are openly shared and challenged, connecting diverse expertise and perspectives to drive enduring value.