The primary focus of this position is to support the business unit through financial analysis and operating model development that will critically analyze various initiatives and make recommendations to senior management. The role works across multiple areas.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide financial and business reviews including safeguarding of the accounting operations performed by the team,
• Collaborate with other finance teams to spearhead and understand the business process and requirements,
• Possess advanced business and technical skillset to support multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment,
• Provide guidance, coaching and technical training to junior team members on building financial and analytical skillsets,
•  Oversee the optimization of current process using the technology tools,
• Maintain the strong partnership with various Global Finance COE teams to support global-wide automation solution,
• Demonstrate and provide guidance on using new technology to finance to cultivate tech savvy personnel and improve overall finance owned processes.

Required Qualifications:

• • Required level of education -Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Accounting or Finance 

   • CPA and/or advanced degree highly preferred 

   • 6 to 8 years of related experience including solid understanding of financial accounting and reporting, project management skills and a proven ability to collaborate across functions within an organization 

   • Required years of experience – 6-12 years of financial analysis experience working at a senior level  

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Specific experience required – used to working with senior management, Boards and legal departments  

  • Technical Skills - Proficiency in analysis and modeling 

   • Communication skills - Strong verbal and written skills, ability to present to large groups. 

   • Experience working in financial institutions in a financial accounting, analysis/consulting role 

   • Strong computer skills and an expert proficiency using MS a must 

   • Ability to effectively translate business process steps to technology use cases and requirements 

   • Lead by example and build a reputation as a pragmatic problem solver who collaborates in a constructive manner to create iterative improvements for operational efficiencies within the position and across the broader organization. Enable decision making by effectively analyzing business drivers and constraints and present alternative solutions to address problems and opportunities. 

   • Proven problem solving and business/financial analysis skills, creative and resourceful in identifying issues and developing solutions. 

   • Exceptional attention to detail with an ability to analyze data in a meaningful way.  

  • Able to effectively articulate issues and trends to management.  

  • Self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment. 

   • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with a sense of urgency. 

   • Demonstrates ability to coordinate complex process and projects. 

   • Possess ability to create complex financial models. 

   • Possesses strong ability to draft financial reporting narratives. 

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].

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