Senior Financial Analyst, GWAM Operations Expenses

Overview Reporting to the Director, GWAM Operations Expenses, the Senior Financial Analyst will be responsible for the financial activities pertaining to the support of Global Wealth and Asset Management. Specifically, the candidate will drive the development, implementation and maintenance of monthly financials, efficiency metric analysis, reporting, planning and forecasting with a focus on the Operations function. Working closely with the expense shared service team and collaborating with the functional business partners, the candidate will provide streamlined support and thoughtful analysis to both functional leaders and the segment expense teams and will possess the ability to work with people at all levels of the organization. Responsibilities Perform financial and business reviews to functional leaders and stakeholders according to the shared service model. Ensure quality of data and oversee the development of reporting which meets the needs of our customers. Provide valuable analysis along with clear and concise commentary on results for our customers. Develop a strong technical understanding of the accounting for expenses including company policies and business knowledge to be able to verify and analyze information under review. Build your leadership and make recommendations around enhancements to closed loop reporting and impact of financial benefits on results. Provide support to various markets (US, Canada, Asia, and GA) as required. Use appropriate judgment in dealing with unexpected issues and requests, demonstrating an ability to prioritize work, and balance resource requirements to achieve solutions. Play a key role as part of the Expense Management team in the achievement of projects, the goals of process improvement and best practices in expense reporting. Identify expense risk and opportunities and recommend and influence actions for functional business partners. Drive discussions and analysis pertaining to Strategic Cost Management to ensure results have one source of the truth from Finance. Participate in cultivating an innovative environment by demonstrating creativity and high-performance teamwork. Find opportunities to collaborate across teams to innovate and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Model and encourage collaborative team behaviours (Get it done together, Share your humanity). Expand personal network and relationships within the business area supported and the finance teams and demonstrate you have leveraged these expanded partnerships in delivering business results. Help drive continuous improvement in engagement throughout the organization. Required Qualifications University degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent, with a Master’s in Finance or MBA preferred; CPA or advanced degree highly desirable More than 3 years of experience in progressive accounting roles, demonstrating the ability to collaborate across functions. Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration, negotiation, and influence. Self-starter with independent judgment, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Proficient in managing expectations, meeting tight deadlines, and handling competing priorities. Excellent customer focus with a commitment to quality and strong business sense for clear communication of complex concepts. Proficient in Microsoft Office, with an interest in quickly learning new applications. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of complex GL package (Lawson, Essbase, Anaplan) would be an asset Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset. If the successful candidate is in Québec, proficiency in both languages will be required to support clients from various provinces outside of Quebec. 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. Manulife 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 pregnancy-related 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 recruitment@manulife.com. Referenced Salary Location Toronto, Ontario Working Arrangement Hybrid Salary range is expected to be between $73,725.00 CAD - $122,875.00 CAD If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com 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 recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr