Job Description

Morgan Stanley Fund Services (MSFS)Job Title: Financial Reporting Associate/Senior AssociateReporting to: Financial reporting manager, MumbaiLocation: Mumbai, India.Morgan Stanley Fund Services (MSFS) is a leading provider of third party hedge fund services with offices in New York, London, Dublin, Hong Kong, Glasgow and Mumbai and has approx. 600 employees in India.MSFS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Morgan Stanley. The parent company, Morgan Stanley, has obtained Financial Holding Company status in the United States. Subsidiaries of Morgan Stanley are subject to the supervision and regulations of the Federal Reserve Bank. MSFS is an independent legal and business venture within Morgan Stanley. It provides services on a stand-alone basis, independently from other Morgan Stanley affiliates.The services offered by MSFS include:

• Accounting support including financial reporting
• Investor Services
• Tax Services
• Middle Office support
• Analytics
• Corporate Secretary Services
• StratumSM, investor transparency reporting.

Job PurposeThe Financial Reporting team is responsible for the delivery of financial statements to our hedge fund clients. The global team is based in Mumbai and Glasgow. The Associate will report to the Financial Reporting Manager, and will assist in the preparation of financial statements of hedge funds under US GAAP, UK GAAP and IFRS. The Associate will be a member of an existing team and will work with the team in providing timely deliverables, for the interim and year-end audits.The position requires strong knowledge in preparing financial statement of investment companies per US GAAP/IFRS, accounting skills and good knowledge of securities and derivative products.Principal Responsibility:Work efficiently with financial reporting team to support them in timely delivery of financial statements to the Hedge Fund clients of MSFS, which will comply with US GAAP/ IFRS, for both annual audits, and interim reports.

• Preparing financials from supporting documents.
• Preparing Condensed Schedule of Investments (CSoI)
• Preparing Statement of Cash Flows
• Assisting auditors and ensuring the smooth audit of the financial statements by providing valid backup data for every figure presented in the financial statements
• Analytical and Interpretational skills

Team responsibilities include:

• Good communication skills.
• Ensure the financial statements are provided within the deadlines .
• Follow internal control policies and procedures.

Personal AttributesThe successful candidate is likely to possess the following attributes:-AttributesEducation/QualificationsBachelors Degree in Accounting.Fully completed Accounting qualification/certification e.g. CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.Experience2 years PQE in auditing or financial reporting is preferable. Experience in Public accounting or Hedge Fund Administration is a distinct advantage.Skill and AbilitiesAbility to draw financials of investment companies per US GAAP/IFRSAbility to multi-task;Accuracy and efficiency in tasks performed;Client focused, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;Ability to communicate effectively across cultures;Ability to identify issues and escalate in time;Flexible approach to duties and hours of work.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise 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.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 - arent 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, youll 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. Theres also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.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.

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