Associate, Financial Planning and Analysis

About this role

Role Description: 

The EMEA Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team provide strategic decision support, insights and regular monthly management information to business leaders across the EMEA region, as well as leading the periodic sales and expense forecasts and the annual budget process.

The team also plays a key role in linking with the other areas of the firm including FP&A across the globe, Investor Relations, Treasury, Controllers, Tax, Regulatory Reporting, Business Operations, Human Resources and Corporate Strategy.

Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and be able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. We are seeking professionals with experience in quantitative or analytical fields and eager to join a high-performance asset management firm like BlackRock. Candidates should possess excellent project management capabilities along with strong quantitative and analytical skills. Candidate must have a high aptitude towards financial analysis software such as Excel in order to be successful in this role. Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint would be beneficial. Also, the ideal candidate should have a marked service attitude and must be willing to go an extra mile for exceeding internal clients’ expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Play a key role in the annual planning and monthly forecasting processes
• Support the creation of a cohesive narrative in communicating results to senior management and present data in a simple and clear manner
• Play a key role in developing and enhancing weekly and monthly management information packs, commentary and supporting analysis
• Provide orientation, guidance and critical partnership to the India FP&A team
• Support the business in relation to strategic projects and ad-hoc financial analyses as required
• Develop solid subject matter expertise in the Investment Management space and be able to pass that knowledge and train other colleagues. 

Knowledge/Experience:

• Experience in understanding and reviewing financials
• Financial acumen in reviewing and narrating outcomes of financial analysis
• Broad understanding of key FP&A processes including budgeting and forecasting
• Experience acting as a successful finance business partner
• Knowledge of the asset management industry and investments is beneficial

Skills/Qualifications:

• Advanced Excel skills, strong PowerPoint skills, and data visualization skills (preferably PowerBI) required, experience with TM1 Cognos preferred, VBA skills a plus
• Strong organizational, planning, quantitative and problem-solving skills; strategic and creative thinking; comfortable challenging the status-quo
• Able to work effectively under pressure and in a rapidly changing environment in order to meet deadlines
• History of effective multi-tasking, expectation setting, escalation of issues, where appropriate
• Focused attention to detail and high standards for quality and accuracy in his/her work product
• Ability to find/ identify patterns in granular data and articulate a simple explanation for senior management
• A desire to work in a high-energy environment with a dedicated commitment to excellence
• A great attitude and strong work ethic
• Collaborative, strong team player, and service-oriented
• Effective in building and nurturing relationships and comfortable interacting with all levels of management

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.

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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.