Accounts Payable Analyst/associate

Description

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career ? a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

Department Profile:
The Finance Department reports to the Chief Financial Officer and consists of some 3,000 employees worldwide. Finance protects the Morgan Stanley franchise by serving as guardian of the Firm's books and records and by contributing to Firm wide risk management and risk reduction. This division maintains relationships with Morgan Stanley's various industry and government regulators and also serves as the conduit of financial information to the outside investment community. Finance plays a critical role as advisor to Morgan Stanley's various businesses and its senior management team

Position Description:
Responsibilities include:
Performing invoice audit ensuring that invoices processed are VAT complaint and adhere to Firm and business unit policies
Responsible for collecting, filing and archiving the invoice documents in line with the local tax requirements and documents retention policies
Daily/Weekly/Monthly review of the Accounts Payable activities; Invoice processing and payments, Employee reimbursements, Call Back Verification and various other operational activities and projects.
Monitor and manage the accounts payable operational reports and work withthe business units and supplier to resolve payment disputes or expedite payments
Review and reconciliation of electronic invoices submitted by suppliers; Reconcile supplier statements
Create, update and maintain operating procedures and identify opportunities to enhance process efficiency.
Assist with various Accounts Payable audits:
obtaining documentation, running reports through one of the AP systems and providing information to the Auditors
Verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and enter new or update vendor names and data
Handling Rush/Sensitive Accounts Payable invoice request and reconcile Accounts Payable ledger to the General Ledger
Participate on conference call and meetings with the global Accounts Payable governance teams in London and New York

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills that will help you in the role:
1-3 years of Accounts Payable experience
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance beneficial but not a must have
Knowledge of general accounting principles and German VAT requirements
Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision making skills and used to work with remote teams
Effective communicator with client facing experience. Good facilitator, confident in working with others at all levels
Very strong team player who is comfortable multi-tasking and works well under pressure
Ability & willingness to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment and with changing priorities
Strong work ethic and drive and attention to details
Good English and German languages required

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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