About this role

This role sits within Preqin, a part of Black Rock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.

You will be joining the world’s leading data and insights provider for the alternatives assets industry. We empower the finance community with comprehensive data and expert insights so they can make faster and smarter investment decisions with precision and confidence. We are a forward-thinking company and strive to make an impact by enabling our customers to envision future possibilities, invest in ideas and infrastructure that build strong communities.

Team:

Business Integrity team within the broader treasury department is a group of dedicated professionals who are essential to the Treasury operations by ensuring that all Private Equity cash data is accurately settled and reconciled for processes including accounting, client reporting, analytics, compliance, and regulatory. We provide information services and solutions in supporting this business. The roles and responsibilities will include actively handling risk and exposure for Black Rock by ensuring the ledger book of record is reconciled with the custodian daily and act as a control function. Given the critical nature of cash management, it is essential to maintain comprehensive visibility over all transactions to ensure that obligations to clients and their investors are consistently met. The role requires an understanding of the mechanics of the reconciliation process, exception management, troubleshooting issues, driving innovative enhancements, data analysis, maintaining documentation, assisting management in leading processes, and recommending improvements to ensure efficient and accurate processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completing day-to-day assigned tasks; including control reports, cash break resolution, inbox and dashboard monitoring

• Providing high quality client service externally and internally. Address inquiries, perform controls, resolve problems, and mitigate risks for clients and internal Black Rock partners

• Preparing bank reconciliations across multiple accounts for various clients.

• Investigate reconciliation breaks and coordinate with relevant business units to resolve issues; escalate outstanding non-payments or receipts as necessary.

• Address inquiries from internal & external teams, perform controls, resolve problems, and mitigate risks for clients and internal Black Rock teams.

• Participate in various efficiency initiatives, including automation/ standardization efforts

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across Alternatives Client Services & Reporting, Fund Accounting, Insight and Treasury teams.

• Support audits by providing required evidence of control.

• Actively participate in weekly controls meetings and highlight risk items.

• Accurately capture Treasury MIS data and communicate any concerns as needed.

Skills Required:

• The ability to prioritize and balance multiple requests without losing sight of our overall objectives.

• Attention to detail to ensure a high degree of accuracy for all deliverables.

• Ability to take the initiative to follow up on issues – identify what needs to be done and work with leadership team to resolve those.

• You are organized and detail oriented with strong time management skills.

• Have interpersonal skills to effectively articulate solutions to internal and external partners.

• Thrive in a team environment and build strong relationships with colleagues and external contacts.

• Keen to learn about private markets in one of the fastest growing business areas of Black Rock

Qualification & Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or similar field

• 1-2 years of experience in operations, reconciliation, accounting or administration with a focus on alternative investment funds.

• Understanding of alternative investment products preferably Private Equity and its fund structures and interactions.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office with emphasis on advanced excel skills and have the acumen for learning new applications.

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

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

Black Rock’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 Black Rock.

About Black Rock

At Black Rock, 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

Black Rock 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.