Blackstone Life Sciences Finance, Analyst at Blackstone in Cambridge

Summary: Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager, seeking to create positive economic impact and long-term value. The Finance Analyst role focuses on investment operations, fund administration, and financial planning and reporting for the Life Sciences group, collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance and produce accurate financial reports. Responsibilities: - Process ownership of the execution, settlement, and tracking of all investment transactions at the funds and portfolio investment levels - Preparing investment allocations and funds flows - Interpreting complex fund documents and legal agreements - Building automated reporting and reducing manual processes - Creating and presenting internal reporting materials to Blackstone Senior Leadership - Preparing and reviewing materials for investors, including memos, financial forecasts, meeting materials, and presentations - Working closely with the investment team on various ad hoc requests and projects - Collaborating with teams across the firm and globe, including Accounting, Valuations, Tax, Legal & Compliance, Investor Relations, Audit, and offshore teams Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or other Business-related field - 1+ years of work experience in the Asset Management or Financial Services industry - Understanding of investment instruments and key financial metrics - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail - Proven capability to work in a dynamic environment and handle multiple projects by prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines - Possess a strong work ethic and professional integrity, a team player - Excellent time management and organizational skills - A positive attitude and strong desire to work in an entrepreneurial environment - Effective communication skills, both written and verbal with a talent for presenting complex information in a clear and concise manner Required Skills: Investment Fund Portfolio Management, Financial planning, analysis, Investment instruments, Financial metrics, Fund administration, Regulatory compliance, Financial reporting, Process improvement, Automated reporting, Analytical skills Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits, Paid time off, Life insurance, 401(k) plan, Discretionary bonuses, Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.