Aladdin Accounting Implementations, Associate/Vice President · BlackRock

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:12:39 GMT
Finance

BlackRock · Edinburgh · hybrid

About this role

Job Description

At BlackRock, our business is investing on behalf of our clients, from large institutions to individuals 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.

Responsibilities

Drive onboarding of new business onto our accounting platform

Collaborate with clients to define requirements, design tailored solutions, and leverage BlackRock's capabilities to deliver impactful outcomes

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

Requirements

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 behavior, configurations, and client-specific workflows

Well-organized with the ability to manage priorities effectively. Client-focused with a passion for providing high-quality service.

Thrives in a high-intensity, fast-paced environment and enjoys working with diverse teams to solve complex problems

SQL experience is a plus

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.

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.