Accounting Senior Specialist Controls
Accounting Senior Specialist Controls
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Job Description
Reporting to the Manager of US Segment Controls the senior accountant plays a key role in the management and daytoday of financial control procedures within the operations areas accounting and actuarial shared service groups and operational risk framework which includes:
SOX & MAR coordination
Design of controls and best practices
Liaison with operational financial controls
External audit coordination
Actuarial valuation controls
Reinsurance controls
Incident reporting
The position will provide opportunities to build on competencies such as design and implementation of controls process documentation collaboration and coordination across business areas including Audit Services and external audit project management and developing knowledge of John Hancock operational and actuarial controls/processes.
Position Responsibilities:
Establish strong working relationships with operational leads in Insurance and Annuity business unit/shared service actuaries Audit Services external auditors and accounting shared service providers.
Compile and facilitate the quarterly operational quality assurance review with key actuarial team members.
Manage SOX/MAR walkthroughs and quarterly/annual audits for assigned business areas/shared services addressing audit inquiries promptly.
Provide regular status reports to the Manager/Director of Audit Services and external auditors and compile SOX/MAR control documentation to meet external audit standards.
Assist in assessing and reviewing the adequacy of controls and addressing any deficiencies in the overall actuarial framework of the business area/shared service.
Collaborate with Audit Services to share best practices design risk management solutions and drive continuous improvement in the controls framework ensuring adherence to professional standards.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 3 5 years accounting experience
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to influence management at various levels of the organization.
Detailed oriented with strong organization and project management skills. Excellent customer focus and a commitment to quality while still meeting deadlines.
Ability to effectively communicate ideas and recommendations orally and in writing while considering the viewpoint of others.
Strong analytical and inquiry skills to understand operational and valuation processes and controls.
Selfmotivated ability to work independently and with teams at the Boston Toronto MBPS locations.
Strong computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA preferred.
Public accounting experience a plus.
Working knowledge of SOX MAR and IFRS/NAIC accounting guidelines are a plus.
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 wellbeing and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.
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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 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 pregnancyrelated 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 .
Primary Location
Working Arrangement
Salary range is expected to be between
$71925.00 CAD $119875.00 CADIf you are applying for this role outside of the primary location please contact for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions geography and relevant jobrelated 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 offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits including health dental mental health vision short and longterm 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 paid time off provisions.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
