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About the Role
This entry-level Product Controller role supports the Institutional Equity Division within the Japan ISG Finance team. It offers exposure to core product control activities, involvement in business reporting and process improvement, and the opportunity to build relationships with trading desks and partner functions. Product Controllers globally provide management, review, analysis, and advisory services related to the Firm's financial and capital resources.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with colleagues in Finance and across the Firm, developing a practical understanding of the Equity Control function.
- Prepare and support recurring daily, weekly, and monthly deliverables under guidance.
- Understand and follow the Firm's risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls; promptly raise discrepancies, control gaps, and process issues.
- Coordinate with the deployed team in Mumbai, checking deliverable completeness and accuracy, and escalating questions or exceptions.
- Assist with P&L analytics for Institutional Equity Division businesses, focusing on Cash Equities and Derivatives.
- Prepare Revenue and Balance Sheet reports with supporting analysis for Finance management and Business Heads.
- Partner with Sales & Trading Desk, Operations, Technology, Market Risk, and other Finance groups to investigate data issues and support business requirements.
- Assist with month-end close activities, balance sheet substantiation, reconciliations, and related control processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Contribute to business unit projects through data gathering, documentation, testing, issue tracking, and P&L impact analysis.
- Identify opportunities to simplify or automate routine processes and enhance financial and regulatory reporting quality and efficiency.
- Act as a culture carrier by demonstrating the Firm's values, fostering an inclusive environment, seeking feedback, and taking ownership of personal development.
Requirements
- University degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, or a relevant discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
- Fresh graduates are welcome to apply; prior full-time experience in Product Control or Financial Services is not required.
- Basic understanding of accounting, financial markets, or financial products, with an interest in Equity products.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence working with large datasets and spreadsheets.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, ask questions when needed, and work effectively with colleagues across different functions and locations.
- Strong organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a strong eagerness to learn.
- Ability to respond positively to coaching, guidance, and constructive feedback.
- Internship experience, coursework, or other exposure to accounting, financial reporting, capital markets, data analysis, or process automation would be beneficial but is not essential.
- Experience with VBA, Power Query, or other automation tools would be advantageous but is not required.
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- VBA
- Power Query
- Data Analysis
- Process Automation
- Financial Reporting
- Accounting
- Financial Markets
- Financial Products
- Equity Products
- Numerical Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Communication Skills
- Organization Skills
- Prioritization Skills
Location
- Japan
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
- Fresh graduates
Education Level
- University degree
Benefits
- Attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks
About the Company
- Morgan Stanley is a global leader in financial services, known for evolving and innovating to better serve clients and communities in over 40 countries.
- The firm raises, manages, and allocates capital for clients, helping them reach their goals.
- Morgan Stanley operates with values including putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back.
- The company has over 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries.
- Morgan Stanley provides an environment where employees are supported and empowered, working alongside talented collaborators and creative thinkers from diverse backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity
- Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background.
- Recruiting efforts reflect a strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
- The workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which the company operates, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.