Senior Financial Analyst, Global WAM Legal Entity Reporting

Senior Financial Analyst, Global WAM Legal Entity Reporting Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada The WAM Accounting & Reporting team manages the ledger close process and oversees accounting analysis and financial reporting for Manulife’s Legal Entity Reporting (LER) subsidiaries, including limited partnerships and equity‑accounted investments in alternative asset classes. Reporting to the Manager, this role is responsible for analysing and preparing subsidiary financial statements, board reports and regulatory filings while supporting external audit activities. The incumbent will play a key role in automating financial statements to enhance monthly and quarterly reporting efficiency, requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely and compliant reporting. Position Responsibilities Lead the monthly/quarterly preparation of financial statements, CFO and Board of Directors reporting packages, and disclosures for a number of US and Canadian subsidiaries. Prepare variance commentary explaining quarter‑over‑quarter and year‑over‑year changes. Prepare all legal entity regulatory reporting requirements for US and Canadian subsidiaries on a monthly and quarterly basis. Oversee financial statement preparation and coordinate annual external audits for US and Canadian subsidiaries. Provide prompt and accurate service to set up and evaluate the financial reporting implications of new products and initiatives. Work with the team to develop and implement processes and controls to support legal entity reporting. Work independently or with management to identify complex operational business issues. Develop solutions to automate existing manual processes within Global WAM. Prepare memos and supporting documentation for accounting policy changes and dividend projections and communicate to all collaborators. Lead meetings with business partners to analyse and document business processes and collect business requirements for new solutions. Required Qualifications University degree in Business or equivalent. CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA. General understanding of IFRS and US GAAP standards. 3 years of progressive experience in accounting, financial services and/or consulting. Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and other MS Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI). Strong problem‑solving abilities; well‑organized to manage tight deadlines and multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with initiative. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with collaborators. Preferred Qualifications Experience with financial reporting tools such as Infor/Lawson, Oracle Smart View, accounting units (1Stop, 1Exp, Anaplan) and cost centers. Experience in the public and private investment management industry reporting would be an asset. 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. Manulife / John Hancock embraces diversity and is committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation. We administer all practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or any other protected characteristic. 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 consistent with applicable laws and Manulife / John Hancock policies. Salary & Benefits Salary Range: $71,925.00 CAD – $119,875.00 CAD (Hybrid arrangement). 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, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, employee/family assistance plans, retirement savings plans (including pension and global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions), financial education and counseling resources, and a generous paid time off program in Canada that includes holidays, vacation, personal and sick days and statutory leaves of absence. Working Arrangement Hybrid (office and remote). #J-18808-Ljbffr