Vice President, Fund Financial Reporting - Delaware

BlackRock • Wilmington, DE

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

About this role Are you searching for a rewarding, exciting, dynamic opportunity with the world's largest asset manager? Look no further! At BlackRock, we are seeking a hard-working professional to join our Wilmington based Product Governance and Reporting team supporting our wide fund ranges as we continue to expand our iShares ETFs, Alternative products, and other Americas based fund ranges. We will embrace your rare skills, eagerness, and passion while giving you freedom to grow professionally and as an individual. We know you want to feel valued every single day and be recognized for your contribution. At BlackRock, we strive to empower our employees and actively engage your involvement in our success. With over USD $14 trillion of assets under management we have an outstanding 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. Join and experience what it feels like to work in an organization that makes a difference. Team Overview Americas (AMRS) Product Governance and Reporting (PGR) Treasury PGR) AMRS PGR Treasury is a unit within GAAPS. AMRS PGR teams are organized regionally to support the unique jurisdictional requirements and stakeholders for our various fund ranges. Members of the AMRS PGR team are responsible for overseeing the funds’ overall control environment and manage numerous business affairs in support of our funds. These individuals will connect across GAAPS and Business Operations to manage product and regulatory changes within our fund ranges. AMRS PGR works closely with several other internal teams to deliver quality and value to our shareholders including but not limited to teams responsible for accounting oversight, financial reporting, product development, pricing, tax, legal and compliance. Role Responsibility: AMRS Treasury Vice President

Requirements

• 6-10 years 1940 Act investment management industry experience with fund structures such as open- and close-end mutual funds, interval and tender offer funds, and exchange traded funds.
• Accounting, reporting and investment operations for a broad array of domestic and foreign equity, fixed income, financing and derivative investment holdings and strategies.
• Familiarity with RIC tax and fund distribution requirements.
• Diverse range of fund expense structures (unitary and pass thru) and methods for waivers, caps, allocation, and application of break points.
• External service provider oversight and control environment assessment.
• Project management experience a plus.
• Project Management for regulatory and business change
• Accountability and ownership of key functions and special projects.
• Vendor management experience.
• Good understanding of the fund valuation and associated transaction lifecycle and key control frameworks.
• Solid prioritization skills and ability to handle competing priorities.
• Proven track record in implementing change management.
• Develop practical and pragmatic solutions through a ‘hands on’ approach.
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities with all levels, including portfolio managers, fund directors, external auditors, senior management, and vendors.
• Initiative, drive, and enthusiasm.
• Excellent attention to detail and passion for performance.

Nice To Haves

• Public accounting experience recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of outsourced functions including review performance of the service providers, and evaluate control environments.
• Review and challenge policies and procedures assess the operating model for risk and efficiency, with a focus on automation and technology advancements.
• Prepare and deliver reporting packages and ad hoc analysis to internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity and timeliness.
• Participate in Valuation Committees and assist in the translation of required shareholder disclosures.
• Prepare presentations to BlackRock governance bodies (e.g., fund boards) and committees.
• Participate in the investigation of operating events and coordinate with cross functional colleagues.
• Deliver prospectus data based on understanding of fund expense structures and complex waiver arrangements.
• Prepare and coordinate materials used in the certification of registered fund financial statements including expense fluctuations and other material fund changes.
• Provide assistance to the financial reporting team with limited reviews of certain technical areas; support the financial statement and other fund certifications.
• Build good relationships with business areas within BlackRock to support effective cross-functional engagement.
• Contribute to ensuring compliance with all relevant BlackRock policies and with regulatory requirements impacting the funds.

Benefits

• employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed