Syndicate Operations Managed Accounting – Associate

Morgan Stanley • Full Time • Kowloon, Hong Kong, China • 21h ago

We’re seeking someone to join our APAC Syndicate Operations team as a Syndicate Operations Managed Accounting Associate to support Global Capital Markets transactions by managing deal revenue recognition, balance sheet items, and financial controls throughout the transaction lifecycle.

In the Operations division, we partner with business units across the Firm to support financial transactions, devise and implement effective controls, and deliver strategic automation solutions.

This is an Associate level position within Product Support & Services, which is responsible for providing transaction support and managing post-execution processes.

The AP Syndicate Operations team consists of seven professionals supporting operational and finalization processes for AP Equity new issue products, working closely with global teams across New York, London, Mumbai, and Japan.

Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

What you’ll do in the role:

Liaise with syndicate banks to confirm fee allocations, expense treatments, and receivable/payable balances
Coordinate fee and revenue reporting with Global Capital Markets, Financial Controllers, and internal stakeholders
Record and maintain deal-related P&L, receivables, and payables in sub-ledger systems
Maintain accurate balance sheet records for Asia GCM transactions, including fees and provisions
Partner with Financial Controllers on daily P&L reporting, reconciliations, and accounting matters
Interact with bankers and deal teams to review deal expenses, accruals, and reserve requirements
Establish and monitor expense reserves throughout the lifecycle of transactions
Oversee post-closing expense allocation, recoveries, and billing with syndicate participants
Manage transaction finalization processes up to 90 days post-closing, ensuring timely resolution of balances
Complete final deal close-out, reconciliation, and balance sheet clearance activities
Contribute to global strategic initiatives and process improvement projects to enhance automation and controls

What you’ll bring to the role:

Ability to demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills
Understanding of accounting principles, particularly payables, receivables, and revenue recognition
Experience in identifying and managing financial risks related to accounting and cash management
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills with stakeholders across business units
Experience in working collaboratively with global teams and cross-functional partners
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and digital tools such as Copilot
At least 4 years’ relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. 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. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. 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.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

For more information, please visit:https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.

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