Associate, Financial Planning & Analytics

·
Full time
Location: Edinburgh
·
Job offered by: ENGINEERINGUK
·
Category:
You will need to login before you can apply for a job. About this role

Business Unit Overview:

The Finance Information & Analytics Team, within the wider Financial Planning & Analysis Team, is responsible for the external and internal reporting of BlackRock's AUM, Net New Business, Revenue, and related analytics. On a weekly basis, the team calculates AUM, enriches it with pipeline, revenue, client, and market commentary, and provides informative and insightful reports to senior management.

The team is also actively involved in firm-wide Revenue forecasting and budgeting, and production of ARMR/Actuals, which is a key source of information for internal Management reporting purposes.

The team produces information that helps articulate BlackRock's vision and message to investors, clients, and press, as well as providing quantitative and qualitative support for senior management decisions.

The Finance Information & Analytics team is committed to performance excellence, the continuous optimization of its operating and production model, and the rapid advancement in its strategic and tactical initiatives.

Job Summary

The FI&A team is looking for an individual to:

Support and lead the weekly and monthly production processes Identify ways to improve the AUM, Flow, Net New Base Fees, Sales reporting, and Pipeline reporting processes Improve communication with our clients and partners, better understand their needs, and help deliver an improved product Display intellectual curiosity and lead automation and data mining/engineering projects Support and lead tactical and strategic initiatives, including data migrations and systems/data integrations Support the on-boarding and reporting of acquired firms

Responsibilities: Support the weekly and monthly production Understand the E2E AUM, Revenue, NNBF process and policy, and contribute to process improvement initiatives Become a contributor to the development of appropriate metrics and control framework to better manage and report AUM, Flows, Revenue, and NNBF Develop strong working relationships with our clients & partners and identify ways to improve our products & service Partner with colleagues in other business areas (Operations, Investments, Client Businesses, and Finance) to build strong end-to-end business processes with key focus on control framework, policy, and output accuracy Support the on-boarding and reporting process for complex assignments. Partner, influence, and direct colleagues in other business areas (e.g., On-boarding, BDS, Client businesses, Investments, Billing, etc.) to achieve enhanced reporting accuracy Provide oversight and guidance on integrations and migrations of internal and external data and systems Challenge existing processes and policies, identify opportunities for improvement, and see them through to implementation

Skills / Experience: Analytical, innovative, and organized with excellent attention to detail and commitment to excellence Process-minded with great focus on controls and risk mitigation by utilizing a methodical & organized approach Ability to work through challenging deadlines Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills Self-driven, enthusiastic, and intellectually curious Strong understanding of the investment processes across all product structures Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities - ability to interact with all levels Strong prioritization and influencing skills and ability to manage differing requirements from multiple 'clients' Ability and/or experience in developing strong partnerships with other business areas locally and globally Proficient with Microsoft Excel Experience with VBA and ATX desirable Understanding and/or experience in Finance, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Operations, and Data mining

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged, and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge, and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes, and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued, and supported with networks, benefits, and development opportunities to help them thrive.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics at law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Recent Jobs

London (On site) · Full time

Are you a smart, driven professional who takes pride in making a difference in local communities? Turner & Townsend’s Real Estate division is experiencing significant growth and we’re looking for an experienced industry professional with health project experience to join our high-performing and collaborative Project Management team. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Contribute to social [...]Read More... from Assistant Project Manager – Healthcare See details

Chasetown (On site) · Full time

My client, Autosmart International are a manufacturing success story! Site Operations Manager – leading fast-paced manufacturing and warehousing About Our Client Autosmart International is a manufacturing success story, leading the field in vehicle cleaning products. We are the No.1 choice of automotive trade customers across the UK. We have doubled in size in the last [...]Read More... from Site Operations Manager See details

London (On site) · Full time

CSS are looking for an experienced duty officer to join our client’s team who are a local council responsible for all areas within the Tendering district. Working hours: All shifts are 8 hours long with various start times available: Monday to Friday – start times between 6AM – 3PM Saturday & Sunday – 6AM – [...]Read More... from Duty Officer See details