About this role
Role DescriptionWithin the FP&A group, BlackRock is seeking a Vice President to join the Finance Information & Analytics (FI&A) Team in Gurgaon.The FI&A team operates with a Center of Excellence (CoE) model and is responsible for efficient, thoughtful, and scalable production to meet operational excellence, deliver high-value business insights through front-end visualization tools, application of modelling and analytics to generate new insights at scale, engage with technology partners to accelerate data and process transformation. The group is also responsible for engaging with business partners to advise and offer expertise on the fundamental building blocks of how we manage the firm and report our financials.As part of the FI&A Team, the individual will be an inspiring manager with the ability to articulate and deliver business insights and reporting to senior leaders within the Client Business (CB). Within Client business, the candidate will be focusing on the International Client Business (APAC/EMEA region) and will be responsible for developing strong business partnering relationships that influence decision making. This person will be a strong critical thinker with the ability to challenge perceived norms and drive forward key CoE priorities/projects within a complex matrix organization.
Key responsibilities:- Foster and develop strong business partnering relationships, becoming a trusted advisor to the business and FP&A stakeholders
- Lead a high performing team to deliver regular reporting, analysis and insight to the Client business
- Lead the evolution of reporting suite which align with the CoE priorities
- Lead team-wide projects including financial modeling, and the delivery of automated solutions for reporting (including dashboards)
- Identify and complete opportunities to improve the existing processes/reporting to promote standardization across teams
- Develop high-quality presentations and executive summaries for senior leadership
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners (including Controllers, Global Product Solutions, Investment teams) and other Finance teams
- Drive a collaborative and supportive work environment, coaching and developing team members
- Build strong controls in existing/new processes and management reports
- Ensure accurate, complete, and timely completion of processes and reporting
- Be adaptable to a constantly evolving, changing, and challenging environment
- Accept and drive the BlackRock principles
Skills & Qualifications:- MBA with proven experience 10+ years in the financial services or technology sector, preferably at a premier asset manager, consulting firm or innovative technology organization with FP&A experience preferred
- Strong proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications; advanced excel and financial modelling skills
- Experience with IBM Cognos TM1 and visualization tools a plus (e.g. PowerBI, Tableau)
- Ability to articulate and present ideas both written presentations and orally to senior management
- Proven track record of leading intricate projects with cross-functional collaborators
- Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborative, team-oriented, service-focused
- Ability to deliver in fast paced environment with tight deadlines and multiple demands
- Focused, attention to details and high standards for quality, efficiency, and accuracy in their work
- High levels of self-motivation, multi-task and willing to respectfully challenge the status quo
- Professional, positive demeanor; collaborative orientation; relationship-builder
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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