Vice President, Management Information Systems

About this role

Company: BlackRock Financial Management, Inc.
Job Title: Vice President, Management Information Systems
Location: 725 Ponce De Leon Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30306

Job Duties: Responsible for the implementation of planning, budgeting, forecasting, and allocation-based solutions, as well as analytical and reporting applications. Responsible for the implementation of several key initiatives in change management. Utilizing the in-depth and advanced knowledge of the project life cycle management from conceptualization through to implementation, partner and collaborate with our global finance teams to support change and global transformation initiatives across automation, transition, business performance management, and resilience planning. Analyze business needs, the data behind it, and how to transform this information into solutions for decision making and streamlined processes. Serve as a key resource in supporting the buildout, testing, code migration and maintenance of the Cognos (IBM Planning Analytics / Cognos Analytics) Financial Management Platform at BlackRock. Drive IBM Planning Analytics development initiatives forward in collaboration with various stakeholders across Finance and manage projects from end-to-end using software development lifecycle approach. Manage month-end and quarter-end data processing to support actuals and forecast/budget close process across financial platform(s), Oracle, Hierarchy Manager, Planning Analytics, Cognos Analytics. Support a variety of functions within the Global BlackRock Finance department to understand business uses cases for Planning Analytics development, and other automation and solutions. Analyze principles of sound corporate operating procedures and business processes, and proactively look for opportunities to optimize the current business processes within Finance globally. Provide day to day user support for our IBM Planning Analytics (f.k.a. TM1) application.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Studies, Management Information Systems, or a related field. Employer will accept a 3-year Bachelor's degree or a 4-year Bachelor's degree. Position also requires six (6) years of progressively responsible post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or related occupation. Position also requires six (6) years of experience in the following skills: Utilizing methods of forecasting and budgeting, Headcount and related expenses, Transfer Pricing and Costing (business Economics) to deliver on objectives in support of Finance Function(s) leveraging technical ecosystems; designing SOX controls and working with internal and external auditors to support Finance team in adhering to regulatory requirements and proactively enhancing key controls in support of internal and external audit prep; utilizing Blue Prism and Microsoft Office suite to deliver on objectives in support of Finance Function(s) leveraging the technical ecosystem; managing month-end and quarter-end data processing to support actuals and forecast/budget close process across financial platform(s); analyzing principles of sound corporate operating procedures and business processes, and proactively looking for opportunities to optimize the current business processes

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For Atlanta, GA Only the salary range for this position is USD$0.00 - USD$0.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents 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.

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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.