Institutional Reporting Specialist at Morgan Stanley

Harrison, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Feb, 26

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

27 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Performance Reporting, Portfolio Accounting, Investment Reporting, Microsoft Office, Wealth Management, Alternative Investments, Performance Calculations, Project Management, SQL, Python, Excel VBA, Communication Skills, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Leadership

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Compile and generate monthly and quarterly performance reports, reconcile performance discrepancies, and ensure accuracy of data through self-audit Manually capture and reconcile alternative investment transactions and valuations into designated systems and spreadsheets Responsible for collecting, processing, managing, and analyzing large amount of data and creating programs to automate processes Process, review and resolve any exception items to ensure accurate reporting of client investments Review investment activity, performance, and cash flows daily to ensure data quality across accounts, entities, and clients Plan, organize, and prioritize assignments to consistently meet high standards of reporting timeliness and accuracy Develop as a subject matter expert and support cross-functional teams by being accessible, responsive, and delivering timely feedback Understand and effectively utilize the group's systems, infrastructure, platforms and business processes Increase the effectiveness of the Reporting Team by identifying gaps and recommending/providing training and development opportunities for other Team members Regularly seek opportunities to use firm resources for peer sharing and collaborating across the team Actively engage in available training and education programs to maintain current status on policies, procedures and risk awareness Interface and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including research, trading, operations, product specialists, third party vendors and custodians Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Access Experience and knowledge of wealth management platforms and vehicles, including managed accounts, mutual funds, ETFs, separate accounts, and alternative investments Detailed understanding of performance calculations, including measurement and attribution Detailed understanding of alternative investments and their corresponding transactions, including private equity, hedge funds, and direct investments Must be detail-oriented, with an ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to clearly define a problem, synthesize data to derive fact-based insights, and provide insightful and actionable recommendations Strong organizational and project management skills Ability to work independently and effectively on a team, with demonstrated leadership abilities Technical background with strong analytical and quantitative skills Exemplary verbal and written communication skills 3+ years portfolio accounting or investment reporting experience serving institutional and ultra-high net worth clients Firm understanding of portfolio management concepts including modern portfolio theory, asset allocation, portfolio construction, manager selection, risk management and performance attribution Experience with Addepar, Investment Metrics, or other investment reporting platforms a plus Experience working with complex datasets and relational databases. Experience with Dataiku a plus, but not required Technical background with strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficient in SQL, Python or Excel VBA a plus Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, economics, data, or related field FINRA Series 7 and 66 is a plus, though not required Industry designations including CIPM, CFA or significant progress preferred, but not required 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. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $57,000 and $115,000 per year at the commencement of employment. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Institutional Reporting Specialist is responsible for compiling and generating performance reports, reconciling discrepancies, and ensuring data accuracy. They will also manage and analyze large datasets while developing automation programs to enhance reporting efficiency.