Job Description - Glasgow Reporting (3135475)Job Description Glasgow ReportingJob Number: 3135475Posting Date: Jul 17, 2019Primary

Location:
Europe, Middle East, Africa-United Kingdom-United Kingdom-GlasgowJob: TaxEmployment Type: Full TimeJob Level: Director DescriptionCompany Profile:Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.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. Morgan Stanley 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.Glasgow Profile:Morgan Stanley's Glasgow office employs in excess of 1,300 staff across Operations, Technology, Legal and Compliance, Internal Audit, Fund Services and Finance. Due to our growing business, we have a demand for career minded people to join our teams. Our opportunities offer unrivalled scope for progression and training within a fast paced, meritocratic and constantly changing environment. Morgan Stanley pride themselves on maintaining a culture which champions diversity, an inclusive environment for all, recognition and an opportunity to give back to our communities through various local charity partnerships. The office is located centrally and enjoys the additional benefits of an onsite gym and restaurant.Department Profile:The Tax department ensures compliance with income and indirect tax filings, and monitors tax regulations and legislation. In addition, it calculates reports and discloses all of the Firm's tax-related expenses. The department also plans and manages the Firm's domestic and international tax strategies and advises Firm management and business units on business products, location and structure.Team Profile:A Director is required to undertake a role within the Global Tax Department, based in Glasgow. The Glasgow tax department is responsible for EMEA tax compliance and reporting and preparation of U.S. Tax Returns for International, Federal, State and Local jurisdictions.The Morgan Stanley Tax Department currently has an interesting and challenging career opportunity for a Director, who will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks associated with supporting U.S. Federal and State and Local corporate income tax compliance. This is an important and challenging role, with the successful candidate's primary responsibility being team management; ensuring deliverables for NY clients are met on a timely, accurate and efficient basis and an opportunity to learn U.S. Tax compliance. The role will involve in house training in all aspects of the required responsibilities there is no expectation of prior U.S. Tax knowledge required.Primary

Responsibilities:
- Responsible for review of data collection analysis and calculations completed by the central team- Manage resources within the team and coordinate activities with in Glasgow Tax leadership- Obtain an end to end understanding of the U.S. Domestic, U.S. International and U.S. State and Local compliance process and dependencies- Ensure all process steps meet required standard and timelines- Execute continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives- Provide support for status reporting and metrics- Support the relationship with the NY Tax Technology team- Manage day to day responsibilities of IT processes- Liaise with the relevant stakeholders around proposed revisions to tax policies and procedures.- Management and development of staff, including performing mid and year- end reviews QualificationsSkills Required:- Qualified ACCA/CIMA/CA - Accountant - PQE 3years- Proven track record of managing processes and of continuously reviewing and improving process required to perform role- Team management experience essential, with track record in development of staff- Must have ability to think critically and self-review- Strong control focus while maintaining a high level of client service- Self-motivated, with a desire to succeed and develop professionally and personally- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment and be a team player- Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills- Confident working with colleagues in worldwide business locations- Focus on collaboration across teams and geographic regions- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial systemsInterested 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.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise 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. LI-ZP1