Financial Professionals - Analyst/Associate

ACCA Careers; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000

Job description

Job Description

Finance Professionals – Analyst/Associate

Glasgow

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.

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. We 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.

What will you be doing?

1. Perform accounting and/or financial tasks as required
2. Reconcile and substantiate general ledger and sub-ledger accounts
3. Prepare insightful financial analysis and reporting outputs as required
4. Participate in system enhancements and User Acceptance Testing
5. Adhere to, and where possible, enhance process documentation and the control environment
6. Respond to and interact across a range of stakeholder groups
7. Undertake other ad hoc tasks as required

What we’re looking for:

1. Strong communication skills; clear, concise, and appropriate method of delivery
2. Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic
3. Ability to manage workload efficiently and effectively
4. Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment under tight deadlines
5. Problem solving skills and initiative
6. Accountancy or other Business School degree preferred

We offer:

1. Work in the Finance department of one of the world’s top tier Financial Institutions and a first-hand insight into our business
2. A desirable compensation and benefits package including eligibility for an annual bonus
3. Professional development opportunities including eligibility for funded professional qualifications and access to Morgan Stanley’s world-class internal training program
4. Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement
5. A supportive and inclusive environment, we accept individual differences and use them to better our work environment and culture
6. A balance between personal and professional lifestyles, including flexible working opportunities such as work from home arrangements
7. High specification office space with leading technologies, collaborative working spaces and wellbeing facilities including an onsite fitness suite
8. Hybrid working opportunities

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 85 years. At our foundation are five core values — putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back — that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. We Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. While our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity. 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.

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

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 opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.