Morgan Stanley
Americas Accounting Policy - Director/Vice President
Morgan Stanley, New York, New York, us, 10261
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 firmwide 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. Job Overview / Primary Responsibilities
This is a Director or a Vice President level position within the Accounting & Regulatory Policy team which is responsible for the firm’s accounting policies under USGAAP and IFRS and Basel based regulatory capital and liquidity policy. Title and compensation will be determined based on candidate’s experience. Responsibilities
Advising various business units and corporate functions regarding complex and/or new transactions, and documenting analyses and conclusions Advising stakeholders on the application of existing accounting standards Interpreting various emerging technical issues Monitoring emerging accounting standards through interacting with various peer industry groups Assisting in developing, updating and maintaining the Firm’s global accounting policies Participating in the development of training on technical topics and presenting to the global Finance Division Reviewing certain aspects of U.S GAAP financial statements and disclosures (10-K, 10-Q, and stand‑alone reports) for appropriateness Skills Required
At least 6 years of experience; at least 4 years in public accounting is preferred Undergraduate degree in Accounting (or equivalent) and CPA license Financial Services/Banking/Capital Markets industry experience is a plus Knowledge and experience with accounting topics in the areas of lending, financial instruments, M&A, and revenue recognition from contracts with customers is beneficial Confidence interacting with senior management across and outside of the Finance Division Strong analytic, writing, oral and presentation skills, including ability to summarize complex issues and detailed analysis with clarity and brevity Proven track record of working with teams and ability to work across organizational boundaries Ability to work effectively individually, escalate as necessary, and collaborate in a team environment Proactive and able to manage multiple priorities effectively Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint Eager to utilize AI tools, experience is a plus Travel Requirements
Minimal to None Compensation
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $90,000 and $205,000 per year at the commencement of employment. 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. 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 — 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 worldwide. Wherever you are in our 1,200 global offices, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest in an environment where you are empowered to achieve your full potential. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).
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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 firmwide 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. Job Overview / Primary Responsibilities
This is a Director or a Vice President level position within the Accounting & Regulatory Policy team which is responsible for the firm’s accounting policies under USGAAP and IFRS and Basel based regulatory capital and liquidity policy. Title and compensation will be determined based on candidate’s experience. Responsibilities
Advising various business units and corporate functions regarding complex and/or new transactions, and documenting analyses and conclusions Advising stakeholders on the application of existing accounting standards Interpreting various emerging technical issues Monitoring emerging accounting standards through interacting with various peer industry groups Assisting in developing, updating and maintaining the Firm’s global accounting policies Participating in the development of training on technical topics and presenting to the global Finance Division Reviewing certain aspects of U.S GAAP financial statements and disclosures (10-K, 10-Q, and stand‑alone reports) for appropriateness Skills Required
At least 6 years of experience; at least 4 years in public accounting is preferred Undergraduate degree in Accounting (or equivalent) and CPA license Financial Services/Banking/Capital Markets industry experience is a plus Knowledge and experience with accounting topics in the areas of lending, financial instruments, M&A, and revenue recognition from contracts with customers is beneficial Confidence interacting with senior management across and outside of the Finance Division Strong analytic, writing, oral and presentation skills, including ability to summarize complex issues and detailed analysis with clarity and brevity Proven track record of working with teams and ability to work across organizational boundaries Ability to work effectively individually, escalate as necessary, and collaborate in a team environment Proactive and able to manage multiple priorities effectively Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint Eager to utilize AI tools, experience is a plus Travel Requirements
Minimal to None Compensation
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $90,000 and $205,000 per year at the commencement of employment. 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. 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 — 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 worldwide. Wherever you are in our 1,200 global offices, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest in an environment where you are empowered to achieve your full potential. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).
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