The Index finance team works closely with the Index Product organization on all strategic initiatives. The Analyst will contribute to this effort through advanced modeling and financial analysis and help to effectively communicate through presentations and materials for senior management, and C-suite level stakeholders.

The Index finance team further collaborates across the broader organization, from Technology and Data, to Research, Investor Relations, FP&A and Controllership, Legal, and others, and the Analyst will be responsible for an active role in collaborating with peers across these functions.

• Assist in the monthly reporting, data aggregation, and data cleansing associated with the ABF monthly close process
• Develop analyses and frameworks to provide commercial and business insights using data in order to better identify and execute financial management initiatives, on an ongoing basis

• Prepare strategic materials, product P&Ls and scorecard reports internally, as well as presentations for C-suite and Board of Directors
• Develop ad-hoc reports and drive strategic projects as necessary
• Leverage reports, dashboards, and data to help drive commercial outcomes across the organization
• Provide data driven analytical observations, summaries, and recommendations
• Ability to handle various data sources, using data modeling work to develop reporting capabilities that result in commercial outcomes
• Contribute to an inclusive work environment and act as strong team player

The ideal candidate should have 0-3 years of experience in business finance/accounting roles.

• Strategic mindset that has experience leveraging data to help solve complex problems, drive analytical insights, and comfortable working self sufficiently
• Experience working in an operational business finance or similar role, progressing & delivering on multiple priorities with varied timelines and stakeholders.
• Technical acumen; comfortable handling large amounts of data and leveraging financial systems to source information
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), including ability to translate complex technical issues into strategic, fundamental concepts, create compelling presentations, and present to Index Product leaders with confidence and credibility
• Strong relationship-building skills to build effective working relationships within the division and across the firm
• Highly motivated, personable and capable of timely managing multiple tasks in a demanding and dynamic, global and hybrid work environment
• Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• Experience with/interest in any of the following a plus: AI, PowerBI, MSCI competitive environment, capital markets and investment management industry trends, finance automation initiatives

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

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