Senior Financial Analyst, Fund Oversight

From new regulations to globalization, the pace and extent of changes in the accounting profession are significant. The diversity and complexity of our investment and insurance environment make our accounting and finance opportunities challenging. Bring your expertise to our dedicated teams and contribute to the integration of the best and most stringent accounting practices and standards. Our main global objective: improve operational efficiency and support our many internal and external stakeholders. This open position is part of our Global Fund Oversight team located in Montreal and Toronto. The Global Fund Oversight team is in charge of reviewing and validating the Net Asset Value (NAV) calculation for Manulife’s internal and external funds. We are looking for a result-oriented person with a good understanding of investment accounting and in-depth knowledge of financial markets. Responsibilities Validate the daily calculation of Net Asset Values for North American and International funds.Perform inquiries and seek relevant information from appropriate external and internal parties (such as NAV Agents) to adequately finalize investigations.Independently lead and/or participate in projects aimed at developing and implementing new systems and products, as assigned by Managers.Be ready to work from time to time outside of regular business hours to accommodate for spikes in activity or calls with our international partners.Prepare, verify and organize the information required for the preparation of management reports and other financial documents.Support colleagues in their tasks or with any other issues that could arise.Implement and validate changes to oversight procedures and update documentation to ensure operational objectives and standards are met.Use appropriate judgment in dealing with unexpected issues and requests, demonstrating an ability to prioritize work and mitigate risk.Assist Managers in performing second level reviews for files completed by junior team members.Act as a coach or reference person for topics and issues that are deemed riskier or more sensitive. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting with a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience, with exposure to fund accounting and/or investment operations.Good knowledge of and/or experience with securities instruments, settlements, foreign exchange transactions, reconciliations and investment accounting.Result-oriented, with the ability to react quickly, to adapt to changes and to meet tight deadlines.Accounting designation, an asset.Bilingual, French and English, written and spoken, an asset.Demonstrates initiative and takes responsibility.Detailed-oriented with a high level of accuracy.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 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 $71,925.00 CAD - $119,875.00 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