Job Description

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{A Topline Description of the Role - max 1 sentence} We-re seeking someone to join our [INSERT team name - optional] team as a [INSERT role] in [INSERT Super Dept] to [INSERT 1 draft sentence to describe the function of this role to finalize with Recruiter - this must be a high-level overview that is easily interpreted by the candidate and serves to instantly sell them on the position. This should not be repetitive to the bulleted sections below].

{B Standard Description of Division and JA Job Family} In the Finance division, we act as a partner to business units around the globe by providing management, review, analysis and advisory services of the Firm-s financial and capital resources. This is an Analyst level position within the [RECRUITER to add standard JA Job Family Description based on Job Profile].

{C Standard Description of the Firm} Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

{D Part 1: Scope of Role ?What you-ll do?}

What you'll do in the role:
- Collaborate with a varied group of colleagues in Finance and across the Firm
- Develop an understanding of Finance functional area, tools and processes
- Responsible for tasks to support team deliverables, with guidance, and appropriately escalate issues to ensure timely and effective resolution
- Adhere to the Firm's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls
- Uphold the Firm's values and hold yourself accountable to Firm standards
- Coordinate with local controllers and support Business Units to ensure correct book-keeping
- Monitor, analyze and advise on the Firm's books and records, and maintain a strong controlling framework and governance process
- Prepare ad-hoc and regular analyses and deliver insightful information to key stakeholders and management on financial performance
- Prepare Balance Sheet and P&L account reconciliations for internal and external audit purposes
- Identify development opportunities and implement enhancements; Look for ways of improving the efficiency, process and data quality, test and support implementation of improvement initiatives
- Involvement in ad-hoc/ global projects, optimization of current processes and standardization of processes across regions {D Part 2: Scope of Role ?What you-ll bring?}

What you'll bring to the role:
- Willingness to learn Finance principles, tools and systems
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a professional environment
- Willingness to seek guidance and solicit feedback to further self-development
- Completed Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance or Business related discipline
- Accounting or financial reporting related work experience
- Accuracy, attention to detail, good organization skills
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Proactive attitude, strong verbal and written communication skills in English
- At least 0-2 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role

{E What you can expect from Morgan Stanley} [RECRUITER to add standard global paragraph]

{F Regional insertions e.g., Wage transparency, EEO, Regulatory etc.} [RECRUITER to insert standard disclosures for location and division where applicable]

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 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.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
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? 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 opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo