MSFS Fund Accountant - Analyst in Glasgow

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. At Morgan Stanley Glasgow, we support the Firm’s global Operations, Technology, Finance, Corporate, and Institutional Securities divisions. The Glasgow office has led us to win numerous innovation and people awards. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Glasgow community since 2000, steadily contributing to the development of a vibrant local financial services and fintech industry. Everyone is encouraged to chart their own meaningful career and achieve goals with the support of our best-in-class training and development opportunities.

What will you be doing? The Fund Accountant will be responsible for the end-to-end process with respect to their client’s accounting requirements. This includes overseeing the full P&L and balance sheet and daily net asset value reporting. In addition to this, the successful applicant will develop knowledge of Alternative Investment Funds including knowledge of the products, strategies, hedge fund accounting, fee structures (e.g., incentive and management fees) and investor level accounting. The team operates across global locations, and the successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in Asia, Europe, and US daily.

• Calculation of daily Net Asset Values (NAV’s) – this involves P&L analysis, review position and cash reconciliations, reporting any trading issues to our clients.
• Review monthly capital movements and ad hoc corporate action activity.
• Analyse performance and review income/expense journals for validity.
• Review and finalise month end P&L and balance sheet in preparation for client sign off.
• Produce investor level allocations of income and expenses at valuation points, including calculation of incentive and management fee.
• Work alongside the client relationship manager to support client queries and partner with the client on initiatives.

Qualifications / Skills / Requirements:

• Graduating in 2026.
• You have or are on track to obtain a 2.1 honours degree or equivalent.
• You are a team player and excellent communicator.
• You have advanced technical, quantitative and project management skills.
• You are able to multi-task with close attention to detail.
• You are client-service oriented.

Eligibility: This role is expected to start January 2027. Unfortunately, we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role because it doesn’t meet the government’s requirements for Skilled Worker visas. We would only be able to offer you this role if you can demonstrate proof of Right to Work in the UK.

Salary is competitive with excellent benefits.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - 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.

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.