LIFC (Treasury Controller), Director, Corporate Controllers, Reporting & Accounting

We are seeking to join our team to assist the LIFC (Treasury Controller) team a role in the CTA Controller team, responsible for the management of the net investment currency risk, reporting and oversight of net investment hedge compliance. Net investment hedging follows a monthly cyclical process that involves capturing the movement in non-USD subsidiary assets, instructing forward hedges, ensuring that forward trades are captured correctly in the books subject to ASC 815 hedge accounting rules and entering CTA and related tax adjustments. 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. This is a director level position within our Risk, Assurance, Governance & Control Job Family which provides oversight and monitoring of operational risk or third party/outsourcing for the global Finance division, validation and testing of financial and regulatory reports and reinforcement of regulatory requirements, policies and procedures. Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, continuously evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world. What you'll do in the role: Collaborate with a varied group of colleagues in Finance and across the Firm Responsible for and lead a significant set of deliverables, leveraging advanced understanding of Finance functional area, product and/or client segment Proactively identify emerging risks in individual and department work and contribute to strategies for mitigating them Act as a role model and culture carrier; Embody and set an example of the Firm's values and hold yourself and others accountable to Firm standards Facilitating the delivery of strategic support for the CTA FX hedge accounting process to Corporate Treasury Maintaining strong relations with all key stakeholders Escalation to CTA Senior Management of significant issues and proposed resolutions Monthly Responsibilities: Review and coordinate monthly net investment hedge execution and accounting to mitigate Currency Translation Risk to the firm Facilitate preparation, review and issuance of Hedging Instructions Ensure that the net investment hedges are designated in compliance with hedge accounting rules (ASC 815) Review month end substantiation to ensure adequacy in 3Rs system for applicable CTA-related Net Revenue and Balance Sheet Accounts Review all CTA-related reporting including analytics on net CTA P&L and Balance Sheet drivers Project/Ad hoc Responsibilities: Participate in and provide guidance for project initiatives to support all aspects of the CTA front-to-back process Daily interaction with Corporate Treasury, Operations, IT, and other key finance groups (Accounting Policy, Management Reporting, Balance Sheet Reporting, etc.); frequent interaction with global Treasury Capital Markets controller teams as needed. What you'll bring to the role: In-depth knowledge of Finance functional area, product and/or client segment and technical skills, as well as of industry and competitive environment Ability to operate independently with respect to most job responsibilities Ability to provide positive and constructive feedback and innovate processes Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Demonstrable leadership qualities with a strong work ethic and team player mentality Ability to plan and execute against tight timeframes Strong organizational skill and strategic thinking Analytical mind-set and good problem-solving skills with a willingness to drill through to the root cause of issues Strong controls background with an ability to design, implement, enhance, and monitor the effectiveness of existing or new controls Qualified with relevant Professional Qualification At least 4 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 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 in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. 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. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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