Compensation Financial Controller – Director (AVP)

Glasgow

3255706

The Compensation Controller team is led globally from Glasgow and is part of Global Corporate Controllers. The function is responsible for financial accounting, control, and reporting, both internal and external, related to the firm's compensation and benefit plans globally.

The team are responsible for front to back accounting, control and reporting of compensation and benefits for the firm, as a result, team members perform a variety of functions within their roles offering a breadth of experience for the right candidate. For example:

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.

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. We 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.

What will you be doing?

· Manage the accounting, reporting and analysis for certain aspects of the Firm's global employee compensation

· Close collaboration with accounting policy on interpretation and implementation of new accounting rules or accounting analysis of new compensation arrangements

· Maintain a strong control environment

· Involvement in firm and financier-wide initiatives as an SME with accountability for assessing, planning and delivering all compensation & benefit related accounting and reporting impacts

· Analyse large datasets to provide information and insights across a range of global stakeholder groups

· Deliver continuous improvement through automation and process enhancement

· Participate in firmwide or departmental projects

· Undertake production, reviewer and line management responsibilities

What we’re looking for:

· Professional Accountancy Qualification, or equivalent specialisation in Finance

· Experience in finance processes, controls and reporting

· Flexibility to change priorities as new situations present themselves

· Strong communication skills; clear, concise, and appropriate method of delivery

· Experience with establishing and meeting deadlines

· Experience managing staff and/or reviewing the work of others

· Risk awareness and good guardianship skills

· Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic that works effectively in cross-functional team environment

We offer:

· Work in the Finance department of one of the world's top tier Financial Institutions and a first-hand insight into our business

· A desirable compensation and benefits package including eligibility for an annual bonus

· Professional development opportunities including access to Morgan Stanley's world-class internal training program

· Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement

· A supportive and inclusive environment, we accept individual differences and use them to better our work environment and culture

· A balance between personal and professional lifestyles, including flexible working opportunities such as work from home arrangements

· High specification office space with leading technologies, collaborative working spaces and wellbeing facilities including an onsite fitness suite

Where will you be working?

Working in a collaborative growing team in the Glasgow Finance division on a 3/2 hybrid model.

Flexible work statement:

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Equal opportunities statement:

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.