Your team responsibilities
Our Subscription revenue represents the largest revenue stream at MSCI, at $1.7B+ for fiscal year 2022. This role will be responsible for performing various aspects of the financial and management accounting, analytics and reporting related to Subscription Revenues arising from specialty, standard and non-standard contracts with clients. This position will provide operational accounting, reporting and forecasting support to the Business and Sales teams, as well as provide accounting guidance for revenue recognition and reporting matters pertaining to customer contract arrangements. This role will be responsible for supporting a fast-growing global organization through partnering with key business stakeholders to deliver critical business initiatives and closely collaborate with business partners on financial analysis and forecasting. This position will also support special projects as they arise, including process improvement initiatives, system implementations and developing processes to account for new revenue contracts. This role will have tremendous opportunity to work with a diverse set of finance and non-finance stakeholders.
What we offer you
· At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll 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.
· Wherever you are located you will find transparent compensation schemes and employee benefits that can help ensure your financial security and health. While they vary by different locations, we offer a broad range of benefits that are part of the value you receive as an MSCI employee.
· Our flexible ways of working will allow you to maximize your potential, and we will empower you with the trust, accountability, and advanced technology to perform at your very best.
· You’ll find a purposeful approach to wellbeing to provide you with all the resources you need to be your best at work and in your personal life. Our ‘Here For You’ Employee Assistance Program is available for our employees globally, providing confidential emotional support, financial and legal advice free of charge.
Your key responsibilities
· Operate as a key team member of subscription revenue team with responsibility of the accurate and completeness of revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP
· Perform contract review and ensure proper revenue recognition in accordance with MSCI’s policy and revenue recognition standards for multiple revenue streams, including partnership agreements
· Perform revenue operations, which includes execution of monthly revenue close, variance analysis, reporting, and account reconciliations for revenue and related accounts agreements
· Partner with COE team to analyze and report key revenue metrics and results and to implement and enhance revenue accounting policies and procedures
· Assess and implement changes to contractual agreements for accounting impacts and potential reporting needs
· Streamline and improve subscription revenue accounting processes to improve clarity and efficiency Maintain and update operations of internal controls, policies and procedures related to revenue recognition, monthly close and reporting processes
· Support audits performed by internal audit, external audit, legal entity, and SOX teams
· Participate in continual process improvements, automation, and implementation of best practices
· Other responsibilities include but are not limited to participate in special projects, system implementation and enhancement and ad hoc analysis
· Perform any other task as assigned by line manager
Your skills and experience that will help you excel
· Minimum 3 years in Accounting or Finance related field
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
· Public accounting and/or industry accounting experience with multi-national public companies which comply with U.S. GAAP
· Chartered Accountant, Certified Public Accountant or equivalent
· Prior experience in subscription revenue accounting and processes
· Ability to independently assess issues and make sound decisions on day-to-day matters
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Detail oriented, organized and analytical thinking
· Enjoy collaboration and have desire to work effectively with diverse cultures in a global organization
· Strong work ethic with a proactive approach
· Team player who is willingness to undertake opportunities in order to support team members and improve overall effectiveness of the function
· Prior experience with large ERP systems, such as SAP
How we’ll support you
· Our culture of high performance and innovation relies on our people sharing their knowledge and lifting each other up. You’ll be surrounded by a collaborative, global network of talented colleagues who will support and inspire you to do the best work of your career.
· We believe new and challenging experiences drive personal growth and innovation. With the right challenges, encouragement, and development support you can shape your own career experience. Career paths are multi-directional, and we encourage and support internal mobility to help you identify new opportunities to progress and take control of your future.
· As a new joiner you’ll be enrolled on our Global Orientation interactive learning experience to set you up for success.
· Our tailored learning opportunities will enable you to acquire the skills you need at your own pace, choosing between the courses and certifications best suited to you. Our Learning@MSCI platform coupled with access to LinkedIn Learning Pro will provide you with all the resources you need for to accelerate your professional growth.
· At MSCI we act in ways that encourage respect for all voices, ensuring that everyone can be themselves and feel like they are a part of the company. We are intentional about ensuring that everyone is treated fairly and supported with equal opportunities to succeed.
· We have eight MSCI Employee Resource Groups: All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.
About MSCI
MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.
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