Financial Analyst (Entry Level)

About This Role

Morgan Stanley recruits entry-level Financial Analysts for its Finance division, supporting divisions including Firm Management, Wealth Management, and Investment Management. Analysts work in a rigorous, high-standard environment and gain early exposure to how a top-tier investment bank manages its financial operations.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Financial Analyst (Entry Level)
• Company: Morgan Stanley
• Location: New York, NY / Purchase, NY / Baltimore, MD / Chicago, IL / Salt Lake City, UT
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (0–2 years)
• Salary Range: $34–$48/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-06-03
• Application Deadline: 2026-07-03

Role Context

Morgan Stanley Finance Analysts are assigned to product-specific controllers, FP&A teams, or treasury functions. You will work on a small team (4–8 people) with direct access to VPs and Directors. The culture values accuracy, professional communication, and continuous improvement of reporting processes. Analysts are expected to own their deliverables with minimal supervision by month three.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly and quarterly financial close processes for assigned business units
• Produce management reporting packages including revenue, expense, and headcount analysis
• Perform detailed variance analysis and prepare written commentary for senior leadership
• Reconcile inter-company balances and investigate discrepancies with operations teams
• Assist in regulatory reporting submissions to FINRA, SEC, and the Federal Reserve
• Continuously improve report templates and financial models for efficiency

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field
• Strong financial modeling skills in Excel; VBA or Python is a plus
• Understanding of financial statement analysis and accounting conventions
• High accuracy standards and ability to self-review work before submission
• Professional written communication suitable for executive-level audiences
• Banking internship or relevant coursework in corporate finance

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $34–$48/hr with annual bonus and Morgan Stanley equity participation
• Primarily onsite at Morgan Stanley offices in New York or regional centers
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and deferred compensation options
• Tuition assistance and CFA/CPA study support

Who Should Apply

High-achieving finance and accounting graduates who want to build their career at a premier investment bank. Ideal candidates are precise, self-motivated, and comfortable presenting financial data to senior stakeholders. Previous exposure to financial markets or accounting systems is a meaningful advantage.

About the Company

Morgan Stanley is a global financial services firm with over $1.4 trillion in client assets in Wealth Management alone. Its Finance division supports investment banking, equities, fixed income, and wealth management businesses with world-class financial controls and reporting.

How to Apply

Apply through Morgan Stanley Campus Recruiting. Select Finance as your division of interest. The process includes a video interview and a final-round superday with panel interviews covering finance knowledge and behavioral competencies.