Manager Technology, Financial Planning

The Technology Business Operations (TBO) team is a shared service within Manulife’s Canadian Technology organization. We are currently looking for a knowledgeable, experienced, and enthusiastic self-starter who would love to play a key and varied role in ensuring that Financial Management is driven flawlessly. You will demonstrate financial foresight, strong analytical skills, and curiosity when working with collaborators throughout the organization. This will help optimize costs and back critical programs. Position Responsibilities Work closely with Finance partners and Global and Canadian Technology leaders to understand, actively manage, and lead efforts to optimize Canadian Technology costs, including: Technology infrastructure costs Global Technology allocations (fixed and variable) Workforce costs (Full-time and Contract) Non‑labor Canadian Technology contract costs Analyze the financial landscape on an ongoing basis to identify actionable insights that will keep the Canadian Technology costs favourable to annual budget through various mechanisms, including improving capitalization opportunities. Lead the Canadian efforts for the Global Technology Value (GTV) program, tracking, analyzing and communicating progress and health, and working with partners to identify additional opportunities as required. This includes contributing to the development of a financially sound model to capture the financial benefits of our technological efficiency and productivity activities. Support large/key programs through the development of arguments and ongoing management of costs and benefits. Partner with an external consulting firm to lead and support the annual SR&ED (Scientific Research and Experimental Development) tax incentive program with the Canadian Segment. Work with Finance to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the processes that impact both their team and TBO. Required Qualifications Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA) preferred with 5+ years of related experience. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling and analysis. Forward‑thinking leader with strong problem‑solving and financial modelling skills. Effective in multi‑tasking, prioritizing, and working under deadlines. Flexible, self‑motivated, and a critical thinker with excellent judgment. Skilled in building strong relationships and negotiating with senior collaborators. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills for conveying complex ideas clearly. Proficient in analytical tools (Excel, PowerBI preferred) with strong project management abilities. Collaborative teammate committed to transparency and innovation. Preferred Qualifications Preference for individuals with exceptional degree of business sense in IT function, capitalization and project accounting and reporting. Proficient in accounting and systems (IFRS, SmartView). 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 distributed team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. 關於宏利和恒康 宏利金融公司是一家業界領先的國際金融服務商，致力於幫助人們實現「輕鬆投資理財，樂享豐盛人生」。若要進一步了解我們，請瀏覽 https://www.manulifeim.com/institutional/tw/en。 宏利是平等機會僱主 在宏利／恒康，我們擁抱多元。我們致力於吸引、培養及挽留和所服務客戶同樣多元的員工，並從而營造包容的工作環境，接納文化和個體差異。我們矢志維持公平的招聘、挽留、晉升及薪酬制度，我們管理的所有實踐及項目不會因種族、血統、原籍地、膚色、族裔、國籍、宗教或宗教信仰、信仰、性別（包括懷孕及其相關情況）、性取向、遺傳特徵、退伍軍人身份、性別認同、性別表達、年齡、婚姻狀況、家庭狀況、殘疾或受適用法律保護的任何其他因素而區別對待。 我們的首要任務是消除障礙，為員工提供平等就業機會。人力資源部代表將盡力為應徵過程中提出要求的申請人提供合理協助。申請人要求提供協助所分享的信息將會按照適用法律及宏利／恒康政策儲存及使用。應徵過程中如需協助，請聯絡 recruitment@manulife.com。 Referenced Salary Location Waterloo, Ontario Working Arrangement 混合式 Salary range is expected to be between $109,600.00 CAD – $159,600.00 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