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Morgan Stanley
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Glasgow, City of Glasgow
Analyst, Financial Controller (Compensation)
Overview
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Job Level: Analyst Description Company Profile: Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries. 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. Morgan Stanley 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. Department Profile The Finance Division reports to the Chief Financial Officer and consists of some 3,000 employees worldwide. Finance protects the Morgan Stanley franchise by serving as guardian of the Firm's books and records and by contributing to firm wide risk management and risk reduction. This division maintains relationships with Morgan Stanley's various industry and government regulators and also serves as the conduit of financial information to the outside investment community. Finance plays a critical role as advisor to Morgan Stanley's various businesses and its senior management team. Team and Role Profile Compensation Control is part of the Global Corporate Controller organization within Finance and is responsible for financial control and reporting related to the firm's compensation and benefit arrangements. Due to the nature of the firm's compensation arrangements, the team is involved in accounting and reporting for a range of complex compensation arrangements. The group works closely with its counterparts in other global locations and with other departments in Morgan Stanley including Human Resources, Technology and groups across the finance division. This role represents an exciting opportunity to be part of a global function. Responsibilities Include: Accounting, control and reporting processes relating to share based compensation plans Month end reconciliation and balance sign off processes Drive process efficiencies and continuous process improvement efforts to strengthen controls. Preparation of data and analysis to support control and reporting Participate participate in data quality improvement projects to strengthen controls, improve accuracy and reduce manual adjustments Participate in other special projects and ad-hoc requests as needed. Maintaining relevant procedure documents Participate in internal and external audits and address inquiries as required. Qualifications Skills Required: Strong communication skills; clear, concise, and appropriate method of delivery Ability to work to strict deadlines Flexibility to change priorities as new situations present themselves Risk awareness and good guardianship skills Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic that works effectively in cross-functional team environment Qualifications Desired: Degree or equivalent - relevant degree (Finance, Accounting) preferred 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. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.