Finance - Corporate FP&A, Vice President

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Corporate FP&A provides a firmwide view of Blackstone’s financial performance and outlook. The team leads forecasting and management reporting, supports the quarterly earnings process, partners with business-unit finance teams, and develops analysis for the CFO and senior management. The group also helps execute strategic initiatives and drive consistent, scalable finance processes across the firm.

Position Overview

The Vice President will lead major components of Corporate FP&A’s recurring and strategic agenda. This individual will combine strong financial judgment, executive communication and team leadership to turn complex business information into clear insights and recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

·    Lead the firmwide forecast, annual budget and long-range planning processes

·        Own senior-management reporting on financial results, outlook, key drivers, risks and opportunities, supported by concise and rigorous analysis.

·        Lead key elements of the quarterly earnings process, including segment reviews, forecast updates, variance analysis, executive materials and coordination with Investor Relations.

·        Develop financial models and scenario analyses that connect business activity, assets under management, revenues, expenses and earnings.

·        Coordinate collection, validation and analysis of operating metrics across businesses, including fundraising, deployment, realizations, assets under management and other key performance indicators.

·        Support the CFO and senior management on firmwide performance, growth initiatives, new businesses and priority strategic matters.

·    Build strong partnerships with Finance leaders across multiple groups to improve transparency, consistency and accountability.

·        Improve processes, controls, data quality and reporting through standardization, automation and effective use of finance systems and analytics tools.

·    Manage, coach and develop team members; set high standards for accuracy, responsiveness, judgment and executive-ready work product.

Qualifications

·    10+ years of relevant experience in financial planning and analysis, management reporting, corporate finance, or a related discipline; alternative asset management experience preferred, but not necessary.

·    Demonstrated experience leading complex forecasting, budgeting, financial analysis, management reporting or public-company reporting processes, with meaningful ownership of outcomes.

·    Prior experience managing and developing professionals; able to delegate effectively while maintaining appropriate review and accountability.

·    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field; CPA, CFA or advanced degree is a plus.

·    Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to identify key drivers, challenge assumptions and connect detailed analysis to the broader business context.

·    Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confidence presenting complex matters to senior executives and translating analysis into clear recommendations.

·    Strong judgment, integrity and discretion when handling confidential and market-sensitive information.

·    Highly organized and resilient, with the ability to lead multiple priorities under demanding deadlines without compromising quality.

·    Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with enterprise planning and reporting tools, including Anaplan and Essbase, is preferred.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

$150,000 - $250,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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