About this role

BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary and individual investors around the world. BlackRock offers a range of solutions — from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world’s capital markets. Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares® ETFs.

Business Unit Overview:

The Technology Controls Reporting (“TCR”) team, as a part of Finance controls, performs Information Technology General Control (“ITGC”) SOX404 testing activities on behalf of BlackRock management. On a regular basis, the TCR team provides status updates and discusses SOX404 and Service Organization Reporting (SSAE18/ISAE 3402) related topics with senior management. The TCR team also works closely with other risk and control disciplines, such as Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk Management (including Operational and Technology Risk). These individuals actively work with the business (including relationship management, portfolio management, business operations, legal and compliance, and technology personnel), as well as the external service auditors.

BlackRock Finance function consists of professionals in disciplines such as Controllers, Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”), Treasury, Tax, Finance Controls, Sourcing and Vendor Management, and Management Information Initiatives. Finance Controls is a global team with a presence in New York, Princeton (New Jersey), Edinburgh and Budapest.

Job Purpose/Background:

A successful candidate will develop strong relationships across BlackRock, develop a strong understanding of internal controls, deliver value-added services and recommendations to strengthen the risk and control environment, and develop a broad understanding of the IT products and services offered by the Firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand internal SOX404 requirements and assist the IT teams in maintaining processes and functions to help ensure compliance with such requirements

• Support the execution of the Company’s global SOX404 program including IT risk scoping, segregation of duties analysis, testing of IT general controls, key reports, remediation, and reporting to key stakeholders across the company.

• Coordinate the day-to-day follow-up with service auditors during their fieldwork to ensure projected timelines are met

• Work with the technology stakeholders and external service auditors to enhance SOR content, update report details and provide relevant documentation to the service auditors

• Support the implementation of a coordinated approach by participating in walkthroughs with technology executives, recommending potential control enhancements and conducting follow-up in preparation for the annual service organization report/SOX404 reviews

• Demonstrate knowledge of professional IT standards/practices and apply knowledge in performing work

• Assist in the oversight and coordination for delivery of service organization reports globally

• Coordinate activities with other risk and control functions

• Effectively communicate both internally and externally to build positive relationships and understand key aspects of services provided to clients

• Assist other individuals within the control function, including Financial Controls Reporting and Service Organization Reporting

Development Value:

This is a globally focused role in a team which is core to the entire operations of BlackRock. The role interacts with teams around the globe providing opportunity to understand operational and technology processes and internal controls 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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Information Systems, Accounting or a related field

• Professional qualification preferred (e.g., CPA, CISA, CISSP) or in-progress

• 3 – 5 years of prior IT audit experience

Competencies:

• Strong project management, organizational and interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully within a deadline-driven environment, managing various stakeholders with competing demands

• Excellent communication (oral, written and listening) skills

• Critical thinking and problem-solving ability

• Ability to develop effective working relationships with IT and risk and control functions

• Focus on accuracy and attention and to detail

• Possess a strong internal drive and motivation for continuous improvement

• Possess a high degree of integrity and confidentiality, as well as the ability to adhere to both company policies and industry standard methodologies

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word)

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 and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.