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About this role

Are you looking for a fulfilling and dynamic job with the world's largest asset manager? Your search ends here! Join us at BlackRock in Luxembourg as a dedicated financial reporting analyst. You'll be an integral part of our team, supporting the growth of our European funds, including iShares ETFs, alternative products, and more.

We value diversity and welcome your unique talents and enthusiasm. We offer the freedom to develop professionally and personally, ensuring you feel appreciated every day. At BlackRock, we're committed to recognizing your contributions.

With over $10 trillion in assets managed, we have an exceptional responsibility. Our technology and services empower millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for college, buy a home and improve their financial well-being.

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

Team overview and role responsibility:

Within BlackRock's Global Financial Reporting (GFR) team we are accountable for all aspects of our clients’ financial reporting experience for BlackRock fund ranges globally. As a team member, you will collaborate with external providers and colleagues across the globe to ensure the timely delivery of annual and semi-annual reports. You'll also help shape our global vision and business model. Your key tasks will include:

• Reviewing financial statements from fund administrators for accuracy and compliance with BlackRock's standards, and addressing any audit questions directed to BlackRock;

• Contributing to the ongoing improvement of our financial reporting processes to increase efficiency, reduce risk, and adapt to changes in business and products;

• Developing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including fund administrators, auditors, and boards of directors; and

• Present results and findings from financial reporting cycles as well as various reports to the various audit committees and boards of directors;

• Assess and monitor service quality of third party financial reporting vendors, provide feedback, identify areas for improvement and manage any changes in service requirements;

• Analyse and implement updates to accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

To ensure success, you will have the following qualifications and competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance desirable;

• Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA or ACCA) or working towards this qualification;

• You possess at least 3 years combined experience in investment management or financials services audit or, alternatively, significant experience within a financial reporting environment at a fund administrator;

• You have knowledge of technical and regulatory issues affecting the fund industry, including accounting standards (IFRS, Luxembourg and US GAAP) and relevant regulatory requirements (UCITS and AIFMD);

• You take ownership for outcomes and is personally accountable for results;

• You analyse relevant information using logic and consider relevant facts to make rational, realistic and sound decisions;

• You produce accurate work and spots mistakes/errors and makes appropriate corrections;

• You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to clearly articulate results and issues to senior management and the board of directors.;

• You are ambitious, determined to achieve goals and works hard to meet those goals;

• You work effectively to plan and prioritise responsibilities both ongoing and one-time projects; and

• You develop practical and pragmatic solutions to problems

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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.