Aladdin Accounting Implementations, Associate/Vice President at BlackRock

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Investment Accounting, Fixed Income, Equity, Derivatives, Alternative Assets, Accounting Solutions Implementation, Asset Managers, Asset Owners, Insurance Companies, Performance Accounting, Monthly Book Closing, Project Planning, System Deployment, Financial Instruments, Investment Accounting Standards, IFRS

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About this role Job Description BlackRock’s business is investing on behalf of our clients, from large institutions to parents and grandparents, doctors and teachers who entrust their savings to us. We are committed to our client - period. Our promise is to offer them the clearest thinking about what to do with their money and the products and services they need to secure a better financial future. That is why investors of all kinds have made us the world’s largest asset manager, entrusting us with trillions of dollars, and this is why companies, institutions and global governments come to us for help with meeting their biggest financial challenges. About Aladdin & Aladdin Accounting BlackRock runs on Aladdin, a unified investment management platform integrating risk analytics, portfolio management, trading, operations, and accounting for informed decisions. Aladdin Accounting extends this capability, delivering a single front-to-back platform with comprehensive investment accounting, Performance book of records (Shadow accounting) and multi-basis accounting for thousands of global users. We are advancing our accounting operating platform and expanding asset class coverage, requiring strong implementation expertise and deep accounting knowledge to support continued growth. Aladdin Client Transformation (ACT) leads global implementations of Aladdin and related solutions—high-profile initiatives that redefine investment organizations. These transformations focus as much on process and change management as on technology and investments, helping clients achieve strategic goals such as streamlining operations, integrating teams, unifying analytics and risk reporting, and modernizing investment processes. As an Accounting Implementations Associate or Vice President, you will drive onboarding of new business onto our accounting platform. This role involves collaborating with clients to define requirements, design tailored solutions, and leverage BlackRock’s capabilities to deliver impactful outcomes. With advanced technology and strong organizational support, you’ll have the tools and freedom to grow professionally in a dynamic environment. We’d love to connect if any of the below apply to you: Have a solid understanding of investment accounting across fixed income, equity, derivatives, and alternative assets. Bring experience implementing accounting solutions for asset managers or asset owners, including insurance companies as a consultant or for your organization. Are an investment or performance accounting professional with hands-on experience closing monthly books—either for your organization or on behalf of clients. Deliver Aladdin Accounting implementations for investment, performance, and shadow accounting aligned with client objectives Develop project plans with clear milestones and drive execution through collaboration and consensus. Provide leadership across all phases of the implementation lifecycle, working closely with client management and project teams. Lead system deployments, configure portfolios using accounting elections, initialize/review positions (Book, Carry, Market values), resolve exceptions, and finalize financial impact. Working knowledge of financial instruments—fixed income, equity, derivatives—and application of investment and performance accounting concepts to these assets. Learn Aladdin workflows and train clients on monthly close processes. Apply understanding of investment accounting standards (local GAAP and IFRS) to design, configure, and validate multibasis accounting solutions. Enhance implementation methodology and partner with product/development teams to refine platform capabilities Occasional travel may be required. Experience in investment accounting, performance, consulting, software implementation, or managing software implementation projects – ideally with exposure to Multi-GAAP Accounting Strong knowledge of Asset management or Investment accounting, performance or attribution Strong working knowledge of International GAAP/IFRS, French GAAP, or other statutory accounting frameworks, and ability to apply these standards pragmatically in operational and system configuration contexts Experience interpreting accounting policies and standards and translating them into system behaviour, configurations, and clientspecific workflows Well-organized with the ability to manage priorities effectively. Client-focused with a passion for providing high-quality service. Thrives in a highintensity, fastpaced environment and enjoys working with diverse teams to solve complex problems. SQL experience is a plus 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. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | : 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.

Responsibilities

The role involves driving the onboarding of new business onto the Aladdin accounting platform by collaborating with clients to define requirements and design tailored solutions. Responsibilities include leading implementation phases, configuring systems, resolving exceptions, and training clients on monthly close processes.