Associate, Financial Planning & Analysis

About this role

The Finance & Strategy team partners with businesses and enterprise leaders across BlackRock to drive long-term, margin-accretive growth across the firm. The team sits at the intersection of Corporate Strategy & Development and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), blending strategy, finance and execution skillsets. We collaborate closely with leadership of our client and investment businesses to translate the enterprise-level vision and strategy into business-level execution plans, annual budgets, short- and long-term forecasts, insightful metrics and financial frameworks that drive business decisions.

This Associate-level position is a key member of the FP&A team partnering with the Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) business, a strategic growth priority area for BlackRock.  The successful candidate will play a crucial role in leading special projects, developing senior-level presentations, performing data analysis and visualization, and building models to support strategic decision-making processes within the organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional analytical abilities, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in financial analysis and forecasting. Candidates should have proven quantitative and analytical skills, be able to multi-task and effectively manage priorities, clearly communicate results orally and in writing, and should be strong problem solvers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of growth strategies, business plans, budgets and financial frameworks both on an enterprise and individual business level

• Collaborate effectively with senior management and COO teams to translate strategies into actionable business goals, financial targets, execution plans, and investment needs aligned with long-term firm objectives

• Function as a ‘quarterback’ between strategy and finance, ensuring alignment of business and financial goals through leadership in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes

• Act as strategic and trusted advisor to business leaders by being a student of the markets and leveraging strategic and financial expertise, insights into the latest trends and competitive intelligence

• Collect, analyze, and present financial data to support projects and business operations

• Communicate strategic priorities and financial information cohesively to senior stakeholders through both written presentations and verbal communications

• Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify challenges and opportunities, delivering actionable insights that inform strategic decisions

Development Value:

• The role offers unique exposure to global, regional, and business unit leadership at BlackRock

• It provides a platform to build a professional brand and advance career development within a collaborative, inquisitive, and high-performing global Finance & Strategy team culture

• Builds readiness for VP‑level FP&A, Strategy, or Finance leadership roles

Skills / Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent with strong academic achievement; MBA a plus but not required

• 3-6 years of relevant work experience in consulting, finance, banking, or similar fields, with a strong preference for asset management industry experience

• Proficiency in financial processes including modelling, planning, budgeting, forecasting, reconciliation, reporting, and valuation

• Proven ability to drive change through creativity, relationship building, and focused execution

• A keen interest in markets and asset management innovation

• Commercially minded with the ability to balance speed and quality in deliverables

• Strong quantitative, problem-solving, organizational, and execution skills

• Effective communication skills for presenting ideas clearly to senior management

• Experience navigating complex stakeholder environments and working in cross-functional teams

• Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with IBM Planning Analytics and Microsoft PowerBI is a plus

• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and automation to drive efficiency gains, streamline workflows, and reimagine core business processes—reducing manual effort, cycle times, and operational risk

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$100,000.00 - USD$130,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, 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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