Regulatory Reporting Specialist

Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Regulatory Reporting director to support the preparation, review, and submission of U.S. bank regulatory reports and related filings. The role will be responsible for the timely and accurate completion of key regulatory filings including the FFIEC Call Report, FR Y-14A schedules, FR 2644, FR 2900, and related Federal Reserve, FDIC, and OCC reporting requirements.

This is a Director level position within the Corporate Controllers, Reporting & Accounting job family which is responsible for the accuracy and control of the Firm’s books and records to produce the consolidated firm, segment and legal entities financial statements. The group owns the Firm’s financial reporting under US GAAP, International GAAP and the global regulatory regimes. Responsibilities include the development, management and oversight of financial accounting & reporting systems as well as database management. Includes capital and liquidity reporting and external reporting functions.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, validate, and submit quarterly and periodic regulatory filings, including:
o FFIEC Call Reports
o FR Y-14A schedules and supporting documentation
o FR 2644
o FR 2900
o Related Federal Reserve, FDIC, OCC, and internal management reports
Perform detailed reconciliations between regulatory reports, general ledger balances, SEC filings, and internal financial systems.
Analyze new or changing regulatory reporting requirements and assess reporting impacts across products, legal entities, and business activities.
Coordinate with Treasury, Risk, Capital Planning, Financial Control, Liquidity Reporting, and Business teams to gather supporting data and resolve reporting issues.
Support governance and control processes around regulatory reporting, including:
o Variance analysis
o Edit check reviews
o Attestation support
o Documentation and procedure maintenance
o Internal and external audit requests
Assist with implementation and enhancement of regulatory reporting systems, automation initiatives, and data quality controls.
Support stress testing and capital planning processes related to regulatory submissions and management reporting.
Maintain strong understanding of applicable banking regulations, reporting instructions, and evolving regulatory guidance.
Participate in regulatory exams, internal audits, and remediation initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of regulatory reporting experience within a U.S. bank or financial institution, strong knowledge of U.S. banking regulations and GAAP, and the ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Treasury, Risk, Capital Stress Testing, and Operations teams.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
5-7 years of experience in bank regulatory reporting, financial reporting, or bank finance.
Strong working knowledge of:
o FFIEC Call Reports
o FR Y-14A reporting
o FR 2900 reserve reporting
o FR 2644 reporting requirements
o U.S. GAAP and bank balance sheet products
Familiarity with U.S. banking regulatory framework applicable to large financial institutions and insured depository institutions.
Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with high attention to detail.
Experience working with large data sets and financial reporting systems.
Advanced Excel skills required; experience with SQL, AxiomSL, Workiva, OneSumX, or similar regulatory reporting platforms preferred.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced regulatory environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact effectively across Finance, Risk, Treasury, and Operations teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting CCAR / stress testing processes.
Prior experience at a large bank, bank holding company, or regulatory consulting firm.
Understanding of liquidity, capital, and balance sheet reporting concepts.
CPA or CFA designation is a plus.

What you can expect from Morgan Stanley:

We have a track record of innovation and passion for unlocking new opportunities, we help our clients raise, manage and allocate capital. We do this by offering a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and asset management services. All that we do at Morgan Stanley is driven by our five core values: do the right thing, put clients first, lead with exceptional ideas, commit to diversity and inclusion, and give back. These aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day, ensuring we do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees around the world. And at the core of our success are the people who drive it - relentless collaborators and creative thinkers who are fueled by diverse thinking and experiences. Wherever you are in our 1,200 global offices, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest in an environment where you are empowered to achieve your full potential. 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. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

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.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $90,000 and $155,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is

only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

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.