Senior Financial Analyst

The Canada Segment Financial Reporting Shared Service Centre (FSSC) is a dynamic team of high energy Finance professionals who act as a trusted advisor to the Canadian Segment business divisions and the Finance leadership team.

Reporting to the Director, FSSC, Group Insurance and Affinity, the Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting will assist the Director in the production of quality financial reports and commentary for the Canada Segment Group Insurance and Affinity Markets businesses. The candidate will partner with leaders and subject matter experts across the businesses, ASSC, FSSC and various project teams. The candidate will be involved in the monthly and quarterly reporting of financial results, analyze and interpret the results and support various projects to achieve the Group Insurance and Affinity Markets mandates.

If you have a commitment to understanding the “why” and a curious nature; if you have an innovative spirit; if you take pride in high quality work, and love leading high energy professionals – then this may be the role for you!

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible to produce monthly/quarterly financial reports for the Canada segment Group Insurance and Affinity Markets businesses in a timely manner and in accordance with IFRS17 standards. Strong knowledge of IFRS17 standards and valuation concepts will be an asset

• Play a key role in the achievement of FSSC and segment-wide projects, implementing continuous financial operational improvements and best practices in financial reporting

• Demonstrate strong knowledge regarding technical aspects of work. Able to review data for reasonability and identify root causes and drivers of the results

• Use appropriate judgment in dealing with issues and requests, demonstrating ability to effectively prioritize work, balance resource requirements and determine solutions

• Build effective business partnerships with various Actuarial, FP&A and project teams that the FSSC works with on a regular basis

• Working with various business partners, champion the development and implementation of the CAO transformation goals ensuring the integrity of financial information is assured

• Develop standard methodologies in policies, processes, and controls. Demonstrate commitment towards continuously updating knowledge and skills

Required Qualifications: 

• University degree in business, finance or equivalent 5+ years of relevant experience in progressive accounting roles (Insurance and IFRS17 experience a definite asset.)

• Understanding of Manulife’s financial general ledger and related reporting systems (Lawson, Essbase) is an asset

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate, negotiate, and influence effectively

• Comfortable with taking accountability for complex tasks/projects/analysis with limited direct supervision

• Driven by achieving goals, capable of meeting expectations, working efficiently under pressure, and prioritizing tasks effectively

• Excellent customer focus and commitment to quality

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want

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

• As part of our global team, we’ll 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 https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

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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 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 [email protected] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.