The opportunity

As a Senior Expense Analyst you will work independently as well as a part of a team to ensure fund operating expenses are accurately accounted for and reported on a large array of mutual funds and other investment products.  You will have exceptional attention to detail, as you will be responsible reviewing invoice allocations, expense budgets, as well as prospectuses and financial statements.  Time-management skills are imperative as a result of participation in a variety of daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables, many of which have strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide expense oversight of the Funds' service providers and address and understand complex expense related issues as they relate to our funds and expense processing.

• Ensure timely completeness of own deliverables as well as the deliverables of analysts and senior analysts.

• Develop and provide training as necessary to analysts.

• Possess a strong understanding of Mutual Funds N-1A(Prospectus) processes for a variety of complex fund types.

• Review and comment on periodic shareholder reports for appropriateness of disclosures and reasonability of financial information according to GAAP and SEC guidance with fund reporting team.

• Complete quarterly Board of Trustees materials

• Review invoices in accounts payable systems associated with services performed on mutual funds.  Assist analysts with allocation and processing questions as necessary.

• Support management by editing departmental procedures based on operational improvement changes adopted by the group.

• Participate in risk assessments, operational reviews and due diligence visits

• Review and complete mutual fund budgets and drive audit with external auditors.

• Provide assistance to Expense Manager related to staff training and development needs.

• Manage/handle special projects as assigned.

• Work with mutual fund product group and complete expense proformas and fund profitability analysis

• Exposure and understanding of blue sky laws.

• Strong vendor oversight for multiple service providers for funds.

How will you create impact?

Reporting to one of the team’s directors you will assist in both preparing and reviewing certain deliverables to ensure our shareholders are receiving outstanding quality when it comes to fund expense accounting, reporting, and invoice payment on their products.  A major portion of the role relates to quality control on invoice allocations and review of the daily affiliated fund fees (management fees, 12b-1, and waivers/reimbursements.  You could also be involved in ah-hoc work such as project initiatives and the preparation of expense ratio proformas on upcoming products.

What motivates you?

• You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.

• You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.

• You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.

• You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters. 

• You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.

• You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone

What we are looking for

• Minimum five years of experience in fund accounting and/or fund administration environment with progressive increase in responsibilities

• Proven ability to work in an environment where procedures and controls are required

• Developing Microsoft Software knowledge with an emphasis on Excel

• Strong writing and editing skills

• Familiarity with GAAP regulations pertaining to mutual funds and a strong desire to acquire additional industry knowledge

• Ability to share knowledge and apply it to make improvements in the efficiency of the department

• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills

• Proven ability to function in a team oriented environment

• Some project management skills and ability to actively contribute to projects

• Bachelor degree or equivalent experience

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.

• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.

• A focus on growing your career path with us.

• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.

• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

• Values-first culture
  We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.

• Boundless opportunity
  We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.

• Continuous innovation
  We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.

• Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.

• Championing Corporate Citizenship
  We build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

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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].

Primary Location

Boston, MassachusettsHybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$68,475.00 USD - $114,125.00 USD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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