Senior Financial Analyst – Accounting & Reporting (GWAM & GA Finance)

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).

• Prepare and complete monthly/quarterly reporting to groups throughout MIM and Manulife with little to no supervision. Process include but not limited to preparation of journal entries financial statements regulatory and management reports.

• Ensure that all processes/deliverables for the day have undergone internal first level review process prior to submission.

• Perform controls and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

• Provide support for audit requirements

• Create training plan for new joiners.

• Assist the leader in task allocation and ensuring that all members are well trained and efficient enough to handle live production.

• Collaborate with other team members and business partners on special projects as required.

• Initiates opportunities for process improvements and implement improved controls.

• Trains new resources within the team and guides junior team members in asking right questions and provides suggested answers/ solutions.

• Works closely with the business unit and teammates to ensure a smooth reporting process assisting in ad hoc requests as needed.

Required Qualifications

• University graduate in Accounting/Finance professional accounting designation (CPA) is an advantage
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in accounting reporting and/or audit. Experience and knowledge on Investment/ Asset Management industry is an advantage
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Excel (i.e. knowledge and application of excel formulas and pivot tables is required); VBA is a plus
• Strong verbal and written 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 general ledger reporting tools and systems
• 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 under strict timelines
• 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:

• 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

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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