Assistant Manager, Financial Accounting

The Assistant Manager Financial Accounting is responsible for overseeing the integrity of financial records ensuring timely and accurate reporting and strengthening financial controls in compliance with statutory regulatory and internal requirements.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Financial Accounting Oversight & Governance

• Review and approve accounting entries to ensure accuracy completeness and compliance with PH GAAP PFRS and company policies
• Oversee recording and monitoring of premium-related transactions and other critical accounts
• Ensure proper documentation audit trail and adherence to internal controls
• Identify and resolve accounting issues including application of new accounting standards

2. Financial Reporting & Close Management

• Support and coordinate the monthly quarterly and annual financial close process ensuring timelines and deliverables are met
• Review of financial reports and schedules prior to submission to management and regulators
• Assist in preparation of financial statements board reports and management reports with clear variance analysis
• Drive improvements in reporting quality turnaround time and automation

3. Reconciliation Analysis & Controls

• Oversee key reconciliations including:
  • PFRS 17 vs PH GAAP reconciliation
  • Premium reconciliations (e.g. FYP vs APE)
  • Balance sheet account substantiation
• Perform deep-dive analysis of variances identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure completeness accuracy and timely resolution of reconciling items
• Strengthen balance sheet governance and control frameworks

4. Audit Regulatory & Compliance Management

• Act as a key liaison for external auditors (SGV) BIR Insurance Commission and other regulators
• Lead preparation and review of audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Proactively address audit observations and drive closure of findings
• Ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements and reporting standards

5. Stakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Actuarial Operations Tax MBPS IT) to ensure accurate and timely financial information
• Engage with shared services teams (e.g. MBPS) to ensure service delivery quality and issue resolution
• Provide guidance and technical support to team members and business partners on accounting matters

6. Process Improvement & Transformation

• Identify opportunities for automation standardization and efficiency improvements in accounting and reporting processes
• Actively contribute to Finance transformation initiatives (e.g. Workiva data governance reconciliations automation)
• Support implementation of best practices in controllership and financial reporting
• Drive continuous improvement mindset within the team

7. Leadership & Team Support

• Provide review coaching and guidance to analysts and junior team members
• Ensure proper workload allocation and adherence to deadlines
• Promote high standards of accuracy accountability and continuous learning within the team

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in accounting Finance or related field CPA required
• 5 years of relevant experience with exposure to financial reporting audit or insurance accounting
• Experience in insurance PFRS 17 or financial services strongly preferred
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of internal controls and balance sheet governance
• Stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to lead processes and influence outcomes
• Proficiency in Excel and reporting tools (Workiva experience is 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 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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