Manager Financial Systems & Control

As a member of the US FSSC the Manager Financial Systems & Control will report to the Director Financial Processes & Controls and plays a critical role in supporting the development validation and operational execution of accounting models for new insurance products. This position combines technical accounting expertise data processing and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate financial reporting and efficient implementation of new product initiatives. You will operate within a team-based environment and requires strong communication analytical systems and problem-solving capabilities.

Position Responsibilities:

Accounting Model Development:

• Build and enhance accounting models to support new insurance product launches

• Translate complex product features into structured accounting frameworks aligning with applicable accounting standards and internal policies

• Coordinate with Global Finance to setup new accounts accounting units system codes the general ledger

Model Testing & Validation:

• Execute comprehensive testing of new accounting models using a variety of tools and methodologies

• Review policy administration system accounting to general ledger postings to ensure completeness and accuracy

• Identify analyze communicate and resolve discrepancies to ensure model accuracy and completeness

• Partner with stakeholders to validate assumptions inputs and outputs

Data Processing & Systems Execution:

• Run and manage large data files through financial systems and general ledger platforms

• Support system integration efforts ADH Inventory Control Treasury AVR General Ledger related to new product implementations

Project Coordination & Reporting:

• Provide clear and concise status updates to internal and external stakeholders and management

• Track progress against timelines identify risks and escalate issues as needed

• Support delivery of key milestones across multiple concurrent initiatives

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work effectively as part of a large cross-functional team including Finance Actuarial Operations IT and external venders and partners

• Work with users and Group IT to revolve errors in accounting activity

• Communicate complex financial and technical concepts in a clear and actionable manner

• Foster strong working relationships to support successful project outcomes

• Maintain strong process documentation

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree concentrating in Accounting; CPA is an advantage

• 4 years of accounting preferably in life insurance

• Knowledge ofaccounting/ledger systems tools

• Ability to work under tight deadlines manage and organize priorities troubleshoot use judgment and deliver timely and quality results

• Strong professional judgment accountabilitycustomer serviceand eye for efficiency improvements

• Excellentwritten and oral communication skillsand analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability towork both independently andcollaborate withinternationalteam membersand colleagues

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new applications quickly

When you join our team:

• Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want

• Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words

• As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see

If you are applying to this role inMassachusetts please note the salary range is $88425 - $153270 USD. Additionally employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

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The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. 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. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location please contact for the salary range for your location.

Manulife 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 and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays vacation personal and sick days and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S. please contact for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

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