Syndicate Operations Managed Accounting – Associate

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