Senior Associate Business Unit Controllership Private Assets

The Business Unit Controller team serves as the primary finance and accounting partner to MSCIs Private Assets business one of the firms fastest-growing segments. We own end-to-end accounting and financial reporting across the full P&L from revenue recognition through operating expenses and are accountable for the integrity and accuracy of the business units financial results. We also oversee MSCIs run rate reporting function.

Beyond the numbers we act as a trusted advisor to the business. The team provides technical accounting guidance on complex transactions and arrangements including revenue recognition under ASC 606 and works closely with senior business leaders to ensure that strategic decisions are made with a clear understanding of their accounting and financial reporting implications.

We are deeply embedded in the business and operate as true cross-functional partners collaborating daily with FP&A Sales Operations Legal Sales and Client Coverage and Business Technology. Whether its structuring a new deal navigating a contract modification closing the books or supporting an audit this team is at the table.

• Own revenue recognition accounting for the business unit across subscription and transactional product streams in accordance with ASC 606 including assessment of new and amended contracts and determination of appropriate accounting treatment
• Prepare and post revenue-related journal entries in SAP including deferred revenue contract assets and adjustments
• Prepare and deliver period-end management reporting packages including full P&L variance analysis with clear commentary on key business drivers
• Develop forward-looking insight and analysis on revenue trends cost dynamics and business performance translating financial data into actionable narratives for senior leadership and business partners
• Proactively identify and escalate risks opportunities and anomalies in the financial results providing leadership with the information they need to make informed decisions
• Partner with FP&A to ensure actuals reporting is accurate timely and consistent with forecast and budget assumptions
• Execute SOX controls related to revenue recognition and coordinate with internal and external auditors on revenue-related walkthroughs and audit deliverables
• Identify control gaps or process inefficiencies and propose improvements to strengthen the control environment
• Apply AI tools to automate manual processes improve reporting accuracy and enhance analytical output

• CPA (or international equivalent) required
• 47 years of progressive accounting experience with a focus on revenue recognition
• Strong working knowledge of ASC 606 including application to subscription and transactional revenue models
• Experience in a public company environment with SOX compliance exposure
• Big 4 or national firm background preferred
• Hands-on experience with SAP (GL AR or revenue modules) and RevStream or a comparable revenue subledger
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting; comfortable working with large data sets
• Strong communicator able to work effectively across Sales Legal FP&A and Technology
• Experience in financial services data/analytics or technology industries a plus
• Familiarity with AI tools applied to accounting or finance workflows (e.g. automation anomaly detection reporting) a plus

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits tailored to your location ensuring your financial security health and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements advanced technology and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues who inspire support and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey followed by access to our platform AI Learning Center LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities Asian Support Network Black Leadership Network Climate Action Network Hola! MSCI Pride & Allies Women in Tech and Womens Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do and we are inspired by our vision to power better decisions. Youll be part of an industry-leading network of creative curious and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself our clients and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data analytics and indexes supported by advanced technology set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners private-market sponsors and investors hedge funds wealth managers banks insurers and corporates.

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