Director, Global Legal Entity Controller & Reporting

Justia; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley seeks an experienced Director to join the Legal Entity Controller Group, overseeing financial reporting and regulatory adherence for the Firm’s entities. This role sits in the Corporate Controllers, Reporting & Accounting family, owning the accuracy of consolidated, segment and legal entity statements.

You will lead monthly analytics, cost allocations, and coordination with auditors, ensuring robust controls and timely disclosures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of work experience in financial services, consulting, or related sector.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with US GAAP and regulatory reporting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Finance colleagues and cross-functional teams across the Firm.
• Lead deliverables and projects, applying deep knowledge of Finance and client segments.
• Adhere to risk and regulatory standards; proactively identify risk reduction opportunities.
• Act as a culture carrier, upholding Firm values and accountability standards.
• Review monthly analytics and commentary for completeness and accuracy of financial statements.
• Prepare quarterly analytics on cost allocations.
• Oversee timely preparation of legal entity financial statements under US GAAP.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Review external statements and footnotes disclosures; interface with auditors as needed.
• Investigate, analyze, and resolve issues; respond to ad-hoc queries.

Skills

Finance knowledge

Independence

Problem solving

Communication

FOCUS reporting

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Morgan Stanley seeks an experienced Director to join the Legal Entity Controller Group, overseeing financial reporting and regulatory adherence for the Firm’s entities. This role sits in the Corporate Controllers, Reporting & Accounting family, owning the accuracy of consolidated, segment and legal entity statements.

You will lead monthly analytics, cost allocations, and coordination with auditors, ensuring robust controls and timely disclosures.