Finance Process Optimization - Director/AVP

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

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is looking for a Lead in Finance Transformation to join their Process Optimization team. You will drive end-to-end process optimization initiatives across Finance, collaborating with various stakeholders and ensuring adherence to risk and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in process re-engineering and optimization within Finance, accompanied by strong analytical and communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary range between $90,000 and $155,000 per year, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in executing multiple end-to-end process re-engineering initiatives.
• Strong understanding of process mapping, process mining, and performance measurement.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues in Finance and across the Firm.
• Lead end-to-end processes and programs requiring complex decision making.
• Understand and adhere to risk and regulatory standards.

Skills

Process re-engineering initiatives

Process mapping

Interpersonal communication

Business analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Process mapping tools

Change management

Job description

We're seeking someone to join our Process Optimization team as a Lead in Finance Transformation to execute end-to-end process optimization efforts across Finance through process identification, process mapping and supporting the identification of areas of opportunities.

What you'll do in the role:

• Collaborate with a varied group of colleagues in Finance and across the Firm
• Lead end-to-end processes and/or programs that require complex decision making, advanced understanding of client and stakeholder needs and subject matter expertise
• Understand and adhere to the Firm's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls; own risk and contingency plans for business area
• Act as a role model and culture carrier; embody and set an example of the Firm's values and hold yourself and team accountable to Firm standards
• Partner with the Process Optimization Vice President for end to end process mapping initiatives across Finance and evaluation and track implementation for efficiency tracking (both for Finance and Firm reporting)
• Support the adoption of a designed process optimization framework, including intake, prioritization, and lifecycle governance
• Support the designed implementation and governance of the process optimization metrics framework to enable periodic and ad hoc reporting of efficiency metrics to Finance and Firmwide management
• Build trusted partnerships across Finance and Firmwide Process Optimization teams
• Work closely with a variety of internal stakeholders to communicate and coordinate deliverables, track, and report on progress

What you'll bring to the role:

• Proven experience in executing multiple end-to-end process re-engineering initiatives
• Strong understanding of process mapping, process mining, and performance measurement
• Strong interpersonal communication skills. Ability to build relationships with stakeholders across the organization
• Strong business analysis and business process management skills
• Excel and PowerPoint skills to assist with data analysis and building presentations for senior management
• Expertise with process mapping tools
• Evidence of participation in change management and continuous development projects within a complex global organization, preferably Financial Services
• At least 6 years of experience in process optimization, transformation with a background in Finance or Finance related functions

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $90,000 and $155,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

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.

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