About this role
Business Unit Overview:
BlackRock Finance consists of finance professionals in disciplines such as Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”), Treasury, Tax, Finance Controls, Sourcing and Vendor Management, Finance Platform Support and Controllers. Accounts Payable, which is included within Controllers, is a global team with presence in Gurgaon, Singapore, Edinburgh, Belgrade, Atlanta and Budapest. This role is an exciting opportunity to join the P2P Operations team, which spans both Accounts Payable and Sourcing and Vendor Management.
Job Purpose/Background:
The P2P Operations Team is responsible for Leading Transformation Activities, Reporting, Governance and Control, and supplier onboarding, order management and system support activity across both Accounts Payable and Sourcing and Vendor Management, developing the infrastructure that allows for seamless supplier onboarding and invoice processing, employee compliance and management oversight of the firm’s Global Sourcing policy.
Reporting to Accounts Payable Vice President; the analyst will be responsible for timely delivery of regular and ad-hoc reports, responding to audit queries, and working with stakeholders within BlackRock to support improvements the end to end supplier onboarding and invoice processing understanding, efficiencies and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Driving risk management activities including timely delivery of KPI reports and audit requests within SLA
Providing compelling insights and analysis to help inform process improvement and transformation activities
Ensure that all processes comply with both internal controls, Sox frameworks & external audit requirements
Identifying areas for improvement in the maintenance of supplier data quality across our finance systems
Supporting finance teams, businesses and external stakeholders to improve the understanding and efficiency of end to end processes
Participate in testing and other ad hoc projects, including technology and process enhancements
Working with the Sourcing Leads, Supplier Maintenance team, and Customer Service teams to solve queries and enhance controls/processes
Development Value:
This is a globally focused role in a team which is core to the entire Finance Operations. The role interacts with both Finance and non-Finance teams around the globe providing opportunity to understand business needs while developing key relationships
This role will provide the candidate with the scope to effect positive change to the control environment by harnessing system capabilities and constantly evaluating processes & procedures to create value for the firm.
Knowledge/Experience:
1-3 years’ experience in Accounts Payable or Procurement functions, or equivalent
Experience of data analysis techniques and tools
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Knowledge of Coupa or Oracle Financials is an advantage.
Competencies:
Strong written and spoken English language essential
Self-motivated team player
Ability to recognize and resolve problems
Excellent attention to details
Customer oriented
Excellent communication skills by telephone, written and in person
Ability to meet tight time schedules
A positive and ‘can-do’ attitude.
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 Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.