FP&A Investments & Expense Specialist

This role serves as a key contributor in identifying strategic areas for Internal Capital Allocation (ICAP), performance measurement, and expense management within MSCIs core product lines. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the FPA team, reporting to a Executive Director responsible for strategically tracking investments, establishing robust controls, and enhancing transparency in investment processes. The role also involves managing critical management reporting, including presentations for the Board of Directors. Strong stakeholder management, collaboration, and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

This position offers a unique opportunity to play a critical role in shaping MSCI s financial strategies while driving impactful decision-making across the organization.

Internal Capital Allocation: Oversee ICAP for product lines, identifying optimal investment opportunities and reporting insights to senior management.

Expense Management: Monitor, analyze, and report expenses across multiple levels, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Investment Tracking: Evaluate the cost-benefit analysis of investments, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure justifications are robust and well-documented.

Performance Analysis: Develop and maintain financial models in Excel to track product performance, providing actionable insights and key takeaways for business leaders.

Influence and Decision Support: Support decision-making by articulating data-driven rationales to influence relevant stakeholders.

Management Reporting: Ensure accuracy and control over ICAP reporting in critical management materials, including Board presentations, Quarterly Financial Reviews, Strategic Updates, and Business Reviews.

Efficient Delivery: Deliver high-quality, precise outputs within tight deadlines, demonstrating accountability and independence.

Team Collaboration: Work independently on specific deliverables while contributing collaboratively to larger team initiatives with a cooperative mindset.

FPA Expertise: Provide support for budget and forecasting processes, addressing inquiries with strong financial acumen.

Standardization and Automation: Drive the standardization and automation of reporting processes across various segments and functions.

Presentation Skills: Create and deliver impactful presentations, leveraging advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills.

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