Finance Data Director (equivalent to AVP)

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Finance Data Sourcing Director (AVP)

Glasgow

3257365

The Data Sourcing Team supports Finance though delivery of Data Souring and Systems Governance initiatives. The team delivers improved data quality for key regulatory implementations deliverables include data sourcing, data cataloging, lineage, controls identification, and issues management for a wide range of sales and trading products.

The team's objective is to improve data quality in Finance Data Warehouse (FDW). This will enable the Finance Shared Services team complete FDW's vision of Source Once, Control Once, Adjust Once & Use Many. This is completed by working closely with Finance (Treasury, Capital, External Reporting), Technology, Risk and Operations.

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.

What will you be doing?

• Data sourcing project delivery including business analysis and program management.

• Communicate and work alongside a diverse group of professionals in Finance and across the Firm including regular interaction with IT and team members across External Reporting, Capital, and Treasury.

• Partner with IT to deliver new data sourcing using Agile methodology.

• Work with clients and IT colleagues to document and prioritise business requirements.

• Identify strategic sources for new data.

• Deliver analysis and testing including reconciliations between legacy and new systems.

• Complete system dictionary, feed review, feed governance, and data control.

• Build effective presentations for senior management forums in relation to deliverables.

Qualifications:

What we're looking for:

• Strong project management skills.

• Analytical capabilities, including ability to summarize business problems and solutions.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to adapt to your audience.

• A proven track record demonstrating strong organization and time management skills.

• Ability to understand intricate processes and identify potential opportunities for improvement.

• Proficient Microsoft Office skills with an emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint.

• Ability to identify trends and linkages across systems / teams.

• Data sourcing and / governance experience.

• Understanding of financial products (e.g.: Options, Futures, etc.).

• Knowledge of Agile Project Management methodologies and Alteryx.

Where will you be working?

Working in a collaborative growing team in the Glasgow Finance division on a 3/2 hybrid model.

Flexible work statement:

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Equal opportunities statement:

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.