Sales Incentive Compensation Manager Jobs in Washington

Position Summary We are looking for an experienced professional to join Carlyle's Long-Term Incentives (LTI) team, supporting the firm's carried interest programs, which are a key component of long-term incentives at Carlyle. This is a highly analytical role at the intersection of private equity, executive compensation, finance, tax, legal, and technology. You'll help manage Carlyle's global carried interest and equity programs while partnering with stakeholders across HR, Legal, Tax, Fund Management, Partnership Accounting, and Technology to support complex compensation structures and strategic initiatives. In-Office Requirement: 4 days per week Primary Responsibilities Manage carried interest and long-term incentive allocations across global investment funds. Analyze complex financial, compensation, and fund data to support business decisions. Build and review sophisticated Excel models, schedules, and reporting for senior leadership. Partner with Legal, Tax, Accounting, Fund Management, and Technology teams to resolve complex data and operational challenges. Support new fund launches, legal entity structures, and carried interest administration. Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and enhancements to reporting tools. Lead cross-functional projects, troubleshoot data issues, and mentor junior team members. Responsible for review of data entry and other inputs in source systems and offline deliverables, ensuring data integrity throughout. Requirements Education Bachelors degree required. Concentration in Business, Accounting or Finance preferred. Professional Experience 5–8+ years in financial services, equity compensation, private equity, finance, accounting, or a related field. Advanced Excel proficiency with experience managing complex datasets and building analytical models. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable insights for senior leaders. Detail-oriented with an auditor's mindset and a firm commitment to data accuracy. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, cross-functional approach. Comfortable adopting new systems to enhance reporting and operational efficiency. Exercises sound judgment and discretion when handling highly confidential information. Benefits/Compensation The 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 $125,00 to $135,000. 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 The Carlyle Group. 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. Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Thanks for your interest in working on our team! #J-18808-Ljbffr