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• -Supporting development of the firm's accounting policies, including: -Driving new GAAP implementation -Developing and maintaining corporate accounting policies under IFRS primarily and also US GAAP -Fully qualified accountant with experience in a technical accounting environment ideally in the banking environment. The level of understanding required for this role would typically be gained from at least five years' post-qualification experience -Strong technical accounting knowledge, preferably across US GAAP and IFRS accounting requirements, together with a commitment to ongoing learning and development across all GAAPs and an understanding of the changing accounting landscape -Understanding of the financial services industry, its products including investment banking products and the accounting issues to which they give rise, gained through experience of that industry -Involvement in GAAP implementation projects and an understanding of the practical challenges presented by such implementations -Strong guardianships skills and a commitment to maintain and enhance the control framework for Finance -Excellent organizational skills to achieve objectives efficiently and maintain a high standard of client service -Evidence of working closely with other Finance functions and an ability to develop good working relationships both locally and in other locations -Strong communication skills will be required in writing policy documentation, accounting memorandums documenting the resolution of technical issues and communicating accounting policy changes to other areas of Finance and other relevant departments within the Firm. LI-DM1 #LI-hybrid 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. 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. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ into your browser. 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? Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. 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.