Financial Controller Director (equivalent to AVP) at Morgan Stanley

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Risk Management, Technical Accounting, People Management, Collaboration, Communication, Excel Skills, Attention to Detail, Process Innovation, Regulatory Compliance, Compensation Analysis, Audit Inquiries, GAAP Knowledge, Statutory Disclosures, Project Management, Team Leadership

Industry

Financial Services

Description

- Collaborate with a varied group of colleagues in Finance and across the Firm - Responsible for and lead aspects of individual and team deliverables and projects, leveraging in-depth knowledge of Finance functional area, product and/or client segments - Adhere to the Firm's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls; proactively identify ways to reduce risk in work - Act as a culture carrier; embody and set an example of the Firm's values and hold yourself and others accountable to Firm standards - Be responsible for internal and external reporting processes relating to The Firm's compensation and benefit expense, including: Inputs to critical quarterly and annual regulatory filings and outputs such as the Firm's 10Q/K, earnings and other critical deliverables Detailed global monthly compensation and benefits expense reporting and analysis for senior management globally supporting the Firm's legal entities, business segments and firm level reporting Compensation related statutory account disclosures such as Staff Costs, Employment Compensation, Post-Employment Benefits and Key Management Personnel disclosures with flexibility to prepare or review Responses to internal and external audit inquiries Production of other adhoc internal and external compensation related reporting and analysis Ensure the completeness and accuracy of all disclosures and regulatory reporting outputs Advise upon compensation related technical matters which impact internal and external reporting and conduct technical accounting research including documenting findings and decisions in relation to the impact of the following on compensation related internal and external reporting - accounting policy changes, GAAP and Companies' Act amendments, GAAP differences, Firm restructuring etc. - In-depth knowledge of Finance functional area, product and/or client segment and technical skills, as well as of industry and competitive environment - Ability to operate independently with respect to most job responsibilities - Ability to provide positive and constructive feedback and innovate processes - Professional Accountancy Qualification, or equivalent specialization in Finance - Good excel skills and attention to detail - Flexibility to change priorities as new situations present themselves - Strong communication skills; clear, concise, and appropriate method of delivery - Experience with establishing and meeting critical deadlines, as well as tracking and driving execution - People management experience and/or a desire to manage people - Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic that works effectively in cross-functional team environment - At least 4 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Flexible work statement Interested in flexible working opportunities? Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. 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.

Responsibilities

The Financial Controller Director will lead internal and external reporting processes related to the Firm's compensation and benefit expenses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. This role involves collaborating with various teams and advising on technical matters impacting reporting.