Financial Reporting, Analyst

About this role

 Business Unit Overview:

BlackRock Finance consists of Finance professionals across various fields, including Accounting Policy, Tax, Business Finance, Treasury, Accounting Operations, and Corporate Accounting. Within the Financial & Reporting Group, we ensure the integrity of financial data in alignment with applicable standards and regulatory frameworks. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture and our dedication to excellence in everything we do.

Purpose/Background:

The Financial Reporting Analyst, based in Mumbai, will play an important role in the preparation of financial information and related reporting deliverables. This position includes analysis of Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss items, oversight of numerous entities within the Americas region and the preparation of business and financial surveys. The role offers meaningful exposure to global finance partners, including Legal Entity Controllers, External Reporting, Treasury, Revenue Accounting, Corporate Costs and other Finance teams. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, a focus on controls, and effective communication skills. We seek a diligent, analytical, and proactive individual who is motivated to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance reporting accuracy while operating in a global, deadline‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze monthly balance sheet and profit & loss movements, including investigation and explanation of variances for legal entities within the US & Canada region

• Preparation of numerous business and financial surveys for various external stakeholders, adhering to monthly, quarterly and annual deadlines

• Opportunity to work on intercompany settlement analysis and cash repatriations, in conjunction with Treasury, L&C and Tax

• Prepare workpapers and supporting schedules in line with internal control requirements

• Share best practices and reporting standards across regions, where appropriate

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and standardization to enhance efficiency and control

• Automation and process enhancement of existing processes

• Drive adoption of AI solutions across the team by developing guidance, sharing best practices, and supporting colleagues in embedding new tools into BAU workflows

• Liaise with internal and external collaborators from different teams and departments

• Opportunity to work cross-functionally with other Finance colleagues located within the region

• Assist with special projects and ad-hoc initiatives, as needed

Development Value:

• Interaction with Finance and non‑Finance teams globally, providing exposure to diverse perspectives and business models

• Opportunity to strengthen the control environment through continuous evaluation of systems, processes, and procedures

• Ability to demonstrate added value through improvement of key Financial Reporting and Controllers activities

• Experience with process automation initiatives, including opportunities to work with AI‑enabled tools, workflow automation, and data‑quality improvements.

• The ability to build capability in evaluating, testing, and enhancing new technological solutions used within Finance

• Development of a strong foundation for longer‑term career progression within BlackRock Finance

Experience/Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

• Self-starter, quick learner, and great teammate with an ability to adapt to change and take on responsibility

• Well-organized, methodical, and diligent with an ability to meet tight deadlines

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize information and summarize key issues

• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently in both spoken and written forms with all levels of the business

• Initiative and confidence to identify potential process improvement opportunities

• Independently efficient: owns responsibilities, has an acute awareness of due dates, and works methodically

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload

• Works well with others, sharing thoughts while considering others' views

Skills/Qualifications:

• Part/nearly qualified accountant (CA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

• 2-3 years plus accounting experience, preferably in a “Big 4” organization/Financial Services

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, SmartView & Oracle Fusion Cloud applications would be highly advantageous

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.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

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.