Legal Entity Controllers / Project management, Vice President, Finance at Morgan Stanley

Tokyo, , Japan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Risk Management, Control, Project Management, Financial Regulatory Reporting, Broker-Dealer Accounting, Auditing Financial Statements, Data Quality, Communication Skills, MS Office, Accounting, Finance

Industry

Financial Services

Description

We offer: Work in the Finance department of one of the world’s top tier Financial Institutions and gain first-hand insight of 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 trainings Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement A supportive and vibrant multinational environment, we accept individual differences and use them to better our work environment and culture You will: Deliver monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for entities in Japan, in JGAAP or USGAAP, including regulated entities Analyze all proposed and existing products, services or businesses collaborating with Accounting and Regulatory Policy team, Legal and Compliance department and other relevant groups to avoid challenges in financial/regulatory audit Manage the required processes that support the Firm’s legal entity governance and structure by executing policy and guidance Identify risk areas and execute control enhancement initiatives Partners with direct reports to develop, review and update career development planning, goals and interests You have: Advanced understanding of at least one of the following areas: risk management & control or project management related to legal entity controller, financial regulatory reporting, broker-dealer accounting in financial industry, audited financial statements with comprehensive footnotes or auditing financial statements Strong technical skills and ability to assist in the reengineering of innovative solutions and policies that align with organizational goals while leveraging the knowledge of partners Ability and willingness to lead collaboration with virtual teams across varying regions towards the achievement of common goals Aptitude for working in a swiftly changing, dynamic environment Strong attention to data quality and skills to solve the issue Excellent communication skills (English proficiency required. Japanese proficiency is preferred, but optional) Strong commitment to deliverables with high standards for quality of work and accuracy Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) University degree (BSc or BA) in accounting, finance, or a related discipline 8 years of work experience in a related field Team Profile: Legal Entity Controllers is responsible for the accounting, reporting and oversight of core legal entities. This includes preparation of financial statements, federal and local regulatory filings, monthly closing of the Firms books and records, analytics, entity-specific accounting policy, legal entity maintenance, account reconciliation and account structure maintenance. The team in Tokyo works closely with the New York, London, and Hong Kong offices. About us: Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. Morgan Stanley provides a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, achieve and grow. 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. 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. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. 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. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. 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. 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. At Morgan Stanley, we advise, originate, trade, manage and distribute capital for people, governments and institutions, always with a standard of excellence and guided by our core values. Morgan Stanley is dedicated to providing first-class service to our clients, in a way that reflects our commitment to creating a more sustainable future and fostering stronger communities around the world. In each line of business, we strive to demonstrate our belief in the power of transformative thinking, innovative strategies and leading-edge solutions—and in the ability of capital to work for the benefit of all society. What We Do

Responsibilities

Deliver financial reports for entities in Japan and analyze products and services in collaboration with various teams. Manage legal entity governance processes and identify risk areas for control enhancements.