Finance Shared Services – Regulatory Reporting Associate

Glasgow

3264552

The Disclosures team within Glasgow Finance is part of the global External Reporting team which produces financial regulatory reporting of the Firm in accordance with multiple accounting and regulatory frameworks. We have a demand for career minded individuals to join our team.
The team is responsible for preparing various financial disclosures of the Firm including those produced in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS as well as preparation of Financial Regulatory reporting.

As a result of the ever changing regulatory and financial reporting environment the team is a key contributor across numerous projects arising as new requirements are issued by our Regulators. The Disclosures team also invest in continual enhancement of production processes through digital tooling as well as enhancing our reporting control environment.

The team works closely with several stakeholders across the Firm including Global Product Controllers, Finance Technology as well as Legal Entity Control and the Accounting & Regulatory Policy Group.
The team currently consists of 12 members based in Glasgow with a collaborative culture and a positive work environment, as evidenced by the average service length.

In addition, there are 2 members of an extended team that are responsible for adoption of Firmwide strategic data and a project to move reporting to a new Cloud based platform.

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?

In order to support the adoption of strategic data and the project to move reporting to the new Cloud based platform the Firm is looking for individuals that can work as part of a project as a Business Analyst, run controls on a monthly basis within the Cloud based platform and support the production team where necessary in monthly/quarterly production cycles.

Given the heightened focus on adequate data quality governance and stable production processes, this is a growing team in the Glasgow office and presents a great opportunity to help shape the function going forward and gain exposure to a wide range of functions, products, and management across Morgan Stanley.

· Engage with the Global External Reporting team to deliver ongoing book of development work to automate reporting within the Encore Cloud based platform.

· Where necessary learn the report production processes to be capable of supporting the production team(s).

· Working with global colleagues to build and document internal processes and controls, identifying opportunities for ongoing improvement.

· Partner with IT and Finance colleagues to identify authoritative sources and internal ownership for data.

· Analysing and interpreting datasets in Excel, summarising and presenting findings to management.

· Preparing high quality materials for multiple internal forums as well as for internal senior management.

What we’re looking for:

· Self-motivated with the ability to work consistently and efficiently to achieve goals either as an individual or as part of a team.

· Experience of interpreting, summarising and presenting results in a meaningful format.

· Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) and ability to engage with colleagues/clients of all levels.

· Highly numerate with an attention to detail and accuracy.

· Strong Microsoft application skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

· Accounting background and knowledge of Financial Statements; qualified or part-qualified accountant.

· Understanding and experience of data governance concepts.

· Experience within the Financial Services Industry.

· Familiarity with Rally/Power BI.

· Familiarity with the Agile project management framework.

· Domain knowledge in Capital markets including understanding of financial products (e.g.: Options, Futures, etc.), domains (reference data, risk data etc.).

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 maximize 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.