Vice President, External Reporting

BlackRock • New York, NY

4d • $130,000 - $173,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Vice President of External Reporting will oversee all aspects of SEC reporting, ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of the Firm’s 10-Q and 10-K filings, quarterly earnings releases, and related analyses. This employee will play a critical role in shaping the Firm’s external financial communications, driving process improvements, and maintaining the highest standards of compliance and disclosure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA required
• Minimum of six years of progressive experience in SEC reporting, accounting policy, and/or public accounting/audit
• Demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and technical accounting guidance
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to senior stakeholders
• Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• experience with Oracle and TM1 is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end preparation and review of all SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, earnings releases), including supporting schedules and analyses
• Oversee the drafting of Management’s Discussion & Analysis (MD&A), financial disclosures, and footnotes, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Manage the iXBRL filing process, ensuring data integrity and timely submission
• Direct the quarterly earnings release process, coordinating across finance, investor relations, and executive leadership to deliver clear and impactful communications
• Conduct competitor benchmarking and industry analysis to inform external reporting and strategic decision-making
• Perform technical accounting research and lead the implementation of new accounting standards and pronouncements
• Resolve complex accounting and disclosure issues, providing guidance to senior management and business partners
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, internal audit, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies, supporting Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and audit processes
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships with finance, business units, investor relations, and all levels of management
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of three direct reports, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Drive special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by executive leadership

Benefits

• employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits
• strong retirement plan
• tuition reimbursement
• comprehensive healthcare
• support for working parents
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees