ISGF Product Control - Vice President

Morgan Stanley•New York, NY

About The Position

We're seeking someone to join our IBD product control team as a Product Controller in ISG Finance to provide financial analysis and business performance metrics to support senior management decision making. 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 Vice President level position within the Product Controller Job Family which specializes in ensuring adequacy of controls, profit and loss and balance sheet reporting and reconciliations for a segment / business / product area, as well as management reporting across business segments or cross functional end-to-end product oversight.

Requirements

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
Holds a relevant degree or relevant professional qualification
At least 8 years' relevant experience

Nice To Haves

experience with tools like Power BI or Alteryx is a bonus
A collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement

Responsibilities

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
Attest to data with respect to the accuracy and completeness of the financial statements which will ultimately role up into the externally reported financial statements
Liaise with accounting policy to address any accounting questions that arise from new trade bookings
Build and maintain networks with the Business Unit and other divisions
Understand balance sheet, liquidity & funding movements related to the business activities
Complete adhoc projects and queries as required by senior Finance and Business Unit management
Manage, attract, develop and retain talent for team within Finance while creating an inclusive environment; translate Firmwide goals into actionable goals for department/function
Advanced understanding of Finance functional area, industry, and competitive environment and technical skills, including risks and key regulations relevant to the division
Strong technical skills
Ability to inspire and support others by providing positive and constructive feedback and to acknowledge efforts of and promote team members
Ability to manage risk and impact to functional area, and create plans to mitigate those risks
Strong analytical skills and the ability to distil complex issues into clear insights
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities
Initiative, independence, and strong time management