IIS EMEA - Institutional Client Reporting Specialist at Morgan Stanley in Budapest

Job description

We’re seeking someone to join our team as an IIS EMEA - Institutional Client Reporting Specialist. Institutional Infrastructure Solutions (IIS), a business unit within Corporate & Institutional Solutions, is an integrated client service solution for institutional and family office clients. IIS supports clients in partnership with Financial Advisors, Morgan Stanley Family Office (“MSFO”), Outsourced Chief Investment Office (“OCIO”), Morgan Stanley Fund Services, Graystone Consulting and Wealth Management Operations. IIS is responsible for all client service execution processes including Client Onboarding & Maintenance, Investment Execution, Asset Aggregation, Accounting, Reporting & Analytics and Billing. IIS is looking for an entrepreneurial, ambitious and intellectually curious professional to join the Institutional Reporting Team. The candidate plays a vital role maintaining accurate data in performance reporting systems, adhering to all policies and procedures, and contributing to operational process improvements. The candidate will collaborate and partner closely with client coverage teams, investment officers, and financial advisors to deliver timely and accurate performance reports. What you’ll do in the role: Compile and generate monthly and quarterly performance reports, reconcile performance discrepancies, and ensure accuracy of data through self-audit Manually capture and reconcile alternative investment transactions and valuations into designated systems and spreadsheets Responsible for collecting, processing, managing, and analyzing large amount of data and creating programs to automate processes Process, review and resolve any exception items to ensure accurate reporting of client investments Review investment activity, performance, and cash flows daily to ensure data quality across accounts, entities, and clients Plan, organize, and prioritize assignments to consistently meet high standards of reporting timeliness and accuracy Develop as a subject matter expert and support cross-functional teams by being accessible, responsive, and delivering timely feedback Understand and effectively utilize the group’s systems, infrastructure, platforms and business processes Increase the effectiveness of the Reporting Team by identifying gaps and recommending/providing training and development opportunities for other Team members Regularly seek opportunities to use firm resources for peer sharing and collaborating across the team Actively engage in available training and education programs to maintain current status on policies, procedures and risk awareness Interface and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including research, trading, operations, product specialists, third party vendors and custodians Respond to inquiries from covered client(s) as needed What you’ll bring to the role: 3+ years portfolio accounting or investment reporting experience serving institutional and ultra-high net worth clients (and at least 2 years of other relevant expeience) Firm understanding of portfolio management concepts including modern portfolio theory, asset allocation, portfolio construction, manager selection, risk management and performance attribution Experience with Addepar, Investment Metrics, or other investment reporting platforms a plus Experience working with complex datasets and relational databases. Experience with Dataiku a plus, but not required Technical background with strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficient in SQL, Python or Excel VBA a plus Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, economics, data, or related field Knowledge and Skills Required: Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Access Experience and knowledge of wealth management platforms and vehicles, including managed accounts, mutual funds, ETFs, separate accounts, and alternative investments Detailed understanding of performance calculations, including measurement and attribution Detaile