Senior Associate, Central Reporting

BAIN CAPITAL CREDIT & SPECIAL SITUATIONS OVERVIEW

Bain Capital Credit founded as Sankaty Advisors in 1998, is a leading global credit specialist with approximately $41 billion in assets under management. Bain Capital Credit invests up and down the capital structure and across the spectrum of credit strategies, including leveraged loans, high-yield bonds, distressed debt, private lending, structured products, non-performing loans and equities. Bain Capital Special Situations has invested $35 billion in more than 900 deals across a balanced geographic mix of investments in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific since its founding in 2002. We provide bespoke capital solutions to meet the diverse needs of companies, entrepreneurs, and asset owners - in all market cycles. The strategy brings together equity and credit expertise, as well as corporate and real asset expertise, to provide solutions which cannot be met by traditional providers.

BAIN CAPITAL OVERVIEW

With approximately $215 billion of assets under management, Bain Capital is one of the world’s leading private investment firms. We create lasting impact for our investors, teams, businesses, and the communities in which we live. Over four decades we have strategically grown our platform to focus on Private Equity, Growth & Venture, Capital Solutions, Credit, and Real Assets. Today, our team includes 1,985+ employees in 24 offices on four continents.

We partner differently to help people and companies embrace possibility and realize potential. Founded as a private partnership in 1984, we have fostered a culture of innovation, entrepreneurialism, and agility, empowering our people to define and own their career trajectories. Today, our partnership approach enables us to pursue strategic growth, build enduring relationships with a robust external network, and collaborate across our integrated platform to connect the deep and diverse expertise that unlocks breakthrough insights.

Our people are the heart of our advantage. Colleagues at all levels have a seat at the table as they tackle business challenges with a principal investor mindset. By asking incisive questions, respectfully challenging one another, and remaining intellectually agile, we work together to achieve exceptional outcomes. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The senior associate will be an integral part of the team responsible for creating process efficiencies and ensuring data integrity across the Capital Markets business at Bain Capital. They will:

• Develop and maintain automated solutions to address client, internal, and regulatory reporting needs, largely utilizing Alteryx, Python, and Power-BI.
• Design, build, and maintain automated data workflows using Alteryx to streamline recurring reporting and reduce manual effort.
• Provide internal consulting support across the business by diagnosing problems, structuring analyses, and recommending solutions that drive measurable impact.
• Interact with Investor Relations, Finance, Operations, and Portfolio Managers to understand reporting/data aggregation needs when developing customized solutions.
• Develop an expert understanding of the internal systems utilized for data entry and storage, as well as the flow of information through internal systems.
• Engage in manual cleansing of historical data and formulation of new guidelines to enhance data accuracy for future entries.
• Create visualizations for complex data models in PowerBI with the goal of simplifying understanding and reducing manual efforts for end users.
• Address ad-hoc problem-solving needs, develop creative solutions, and own end user testing and implementation.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 - 4+ years of full-time experience in data analytics within a finance or accounting setting, preferably at an investment firm.
• Proficient in PowerBI development, including semantic model relationships, database queries (preferably Snowflake), writing measures in DAX, and advanced visualization techniques.
• A foundational understanding of credit funds and portfolio management.
• Demonstrated project management skills and excellent organizational skills; ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects with diligent attention to detail.
• Self-starter with initiative. Ability to work unsupervised.
• Strong interpersonal skills with capacity to interact with outside parties and personnel across all levels of the firm.
• Collaborate daily with team members to brainstorm approaches, challenge assumptions, and improve deliverables through shared iteration.
• Strong ability to think outside the box to develop solutions to Frequent / Challenging / Unique ad-hoc requests to deliver the desired information, often starting from a blank slate.

DESIRED BACKGROUND/EDUCATION

• A bachelor’s degree in data analytics, accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong analytical background utilizing PowerBI to summarize large datasets.
• Proficient writing code in Python, DAX, and SQL
• A keen interest in technology and its application in finance, with the capacity to propose and implement process improvements.
• CPA or equivalent qualification a plus.
• Work toward or an interest in pursuing a CFA charter a plus.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• The role offers ample opportunity for growth into senior finance or analytical roles within the firm.
• Utilize PowerBI to create and refine interactive dashboards, presenting asset and portfolio data effectively.
• Ongoing exposure to advanced data analysis tools and methodologies will be provided.
• Potential to contribute to firm-wide strategic initiatives and influence data governance practices.

Compensation:

Expected Annual Base Salary $100,000 - $120,000

Actual base salary will be determined by a wide range of factors including but not limited to role, function, level, experience, qualifications and geographic location. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based upon factors such as individual impact, team and firm performance. Bain Capital offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, family needs, and overall well-being.

Bain Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.