External Reporting, Associate/Director, Corporate Controllers, Reporting & Accounting

Morgan Stanley; Mumbai Suburban; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for internal growth

Supportive and inclusive environment

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Mumbai is looking for an experienced External Reporting Associate/Director to oversee regulatory reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience in finance and regulatory environments and holds a Chartered Accountant qualification. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to lead teams effectively. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for internal growth.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in regulatory reporting production, review and submission.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. regulatory reporting.
• Extensive experience in regulatory reporting and financial reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues in Finance.
• Lead individual and team deliverables.
• Prepare, review and submit external reports monthly and quarterly.
• Perform in-depth variance analyses and assess accounting events.
• Drive process improvements to strengthen controls.
• Manage reporting controls and evidence for centralised reports.
• Support regulatory exams and internal audits.
• Collaborate with Finance and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Regulatory reporting production

Strong communication skills

Team player

Risk awareness

Internal controls

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge (US)

Axiom

Regulus

Communication skills

Education

Chartered Accountant or equivalent qualification

Finance experience in the financial services industry

Tools

Regulus

Axiom

Job description

Overview

External Reporting, Associate/Director, Corporate Controllers, Reporting & Accounting – Morgan Stanley. Join to apply for the External Reporting role at Morgan Stanley. This is a Director level position within the Corporate Controllers, Reporting & Accounting team. 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.

What You’ll Do In The Role

• Collaborate with a varied group of colleagues in Finance and across the Firm.
• Lead aspects of individual and team deliverables and projects with 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.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and monitor resources to meet objectives: prepare, review and submit external reports on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Conduct in-depth variance analyses, incorporating understanding of accounting issues and economic events and their impact.
• Assist in driving process efficiencies and continuous process improvement to strengthen controls.
• Execute report pre-submission checks, implement control procedures, and review regulatory reporting requirements.
• Maintain a consolidated list of adjustment details by report and participate in data quality improvement projects to strengthen controls, improve report accuracy and reduce manual adjustments.
• Participate in special projects and ad-hoc requests as needed.
• Execute key reporting controls (cross filing reconciliations, variance analysis) and prepare/deliver control evidence for centralized report population.
• Prepare due diligence review decks and participate in reviews with key stakeholders.
• Review and update relevant policies and procedures.
• Participate in regulatory exams, internal audits, and address inquiries as required.
• Monitor developments in regulatory rule/reporting changes and support implementation of updated reporting requirements.
• Execute ad-hoc projects to support reporting automation initiatives and regulatory reporting changes.

What You’ll Bring To The Role

• In-depth knowledge of the Finance functional area, product and/or client segment and technical skills, as well as knowledge of the industry and competitive environment.
• Ability to operate independently with respect to most job responsibilities.
• Ability to provide positive and constructive feedback and innovate processes.
• Experience in regulatory reporting production, review and submission.
• Strong relevant U.S. regulatory reporting knowledge.
• Strong communication skills – clear, concise, and appropriate method of delivery.
• Experience in regulatory and financial reporting systems such as Regulus and Axiom.
• Strong team player with the ability to manage deliverables on tight deadlines.
• Ability to meet critical deadlines and drive execution; flexibility to change priorities as new situations arise.
• Risk awareness and good guardianship skills; collaborative team player with a strong work ethic in cross-functional environments.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience, as typically required for this role.

Skills Desired

• Chartered Accountant or equivalent qualification.
• Preferred finance experience in the financial services industry (regulatory reporting, financial and product control, liquidity, treasury).
• Regulatory and compliance knowledge with financial background and risk management is a plus.
• Big 4 accounting experience preferable.

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 – guide our decisions 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 diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families with attractive and comprehensive benefits. There are opportunities to move within the business for those who show passion and grit.

Equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our strong commitment to inclusion is evident through our focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on skills and talents.

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