Company Profile
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.
Department Description
The Finance Division reports to the Chief Financial Officer and consists of some 3,000 employees worldwide. Finance protects the Morgan Stanley franchise by serving as guardian of the Firm's books and records, and by contributing to firm wide risk management and risk reduction. Finance plays a critical role as advisor to Morgan Stanley's various businesses and its senior management team.
External Reporting Production: Associate
Responsibilities Include
- Prepare, review and submit external reports on a monthly and quarterly basis
- Conduct in-depth analysis of variances, incorporating the understanding of accounting issues, economic events and their impact
- Assist in driving process efficiencies and continuous process improvement efforts to strengthen controls
- Execute report pre-submission checks, implement control procedures, and review regulatory reporting requirements
- Maintain a consolidated list of adjustment details by report and participate in data quality improvement projects to strengthen controls, improve report accuracy and reduce manual adjustments
- Participate in other special projects and ad-hoc requests as needed
- Execute key reporting controls (cross filing reconciliations, variance analysis)
- Prepare and store control evidence for the centralized report population
- Prepare due diligence review decks and participate in reviews with key stakeholders
- Review and update relevant policies and procedures
- Participate in Regulatory exams, internal audits and address inquiries as required
- Continually monitor developments in regulatory rule/reporting changes and support implementation of updated reporting requirements
- Execute ad-hoc projects to support reporting automation initiatives and regulatory reporting changes
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in regulatory reporting production, review and submission
- Demonstrated experience in regulatory reporting production, review and submission
- Strong relevant regulatory reporting knowledge
- Strong communication skills - clear, concise, and appropriate method of delivery
- Demonstrated experience in using regulatory and financial reporting systems
- Strong team player, with ability to manage deliverables on tight deadlines
- Ability to meet critical deadlines, as well as tracking and driving execution
- Flexibility to change priorities as new situations present themselves
- Risk awareness and good guardianship skills
- Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic that works effectively in cross-functional team environment
Qualifications Desired
- Chartered Accountant or equivalent specialization in Finance stream
- Preferred 3+ years finance experience in the financial services industry (regulatory reporting, financial and product control, liquidity, treasury)
- Regulatory and compliance knowledge with financial background and risk management is a plus
- Big 4 accounting experience preferable
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.
Posting Date
Sep 23, 2024
Primary Location
Non-Japan Asia-India-Maharashtra-Mumbai (MSA)
Education Level
Master's Degree
Job
Finance
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Level
Associate
