Financial Analyst (Audit)

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for the accurate and timely accounting and reporting while meeting published quality and productivity standards. The role involves solid understanding of Securities and Mortgages accounting and reporting policies and procedures on IFRS and USGAAP basis. The role is also responsible for liaising and coordinating with different business units, Securities Operations, Mortgage Operations, and Investments Systems, etc.

Position Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to person of the specific location in terms of the knowledge of the in-scope Accounting & Reporting processes (journal entries preparation, reconciliation, reporting and analysis)
• Collaborate with other team members and business partners on special projects, as required
• Prepare and complete monthly/quarterly reporting to groups throughout MIM and Manulife
• Completes work with right level of accuracy
• Asks right questions and provides information to improve processes
• Understanding how work fits the big picture
• Works closely with the business unit and teammates to ensure a smooth reporting process, assisting in ad hoc requests as needed 
• Participates in team cross-training to establish back-up and improvement of processes handled
  
  

Required Qualifications

• University graduate in Accounting/Finance, professional accounting designation (CPA) is preferred
• At least a year of relevant experience in accounting, reporting and/or audit
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Excel (i.e. mastery of excel formulas and pivot tables is a must; VBA is a plus)
• Good communication skills
• Ability to succinctly engage with business partners and team members
• Strong technical accounting skills with a solid understanding of the business environment and financial reporting structure to provide value-added analysis
• Knowledge of IFRS tools (Hyperion-Essbase, Lawson)
  
  

Required Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast paced, high-performing and collaborative team environment while managing multiple, constantly changing priorities and ad-hoc requests
• Proactive approach to continuous improvements and a positive “can-do” attitude
• Ability to identify and investigate complex issues and recommend actionable solutions
  
  

When You Join Our Team

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
  
  

About Manulife And John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected].

Working Arrangement

Hybrid