Intermediate Financial Analyst

Job Description

Are you looking for unlimited opportunities to develop and succeed? With work that challenges and makes a difference, within a flexible and supportive environment, we can help our customers achieve their dreams and aspirations.

Job Description

The Canadian Division Financial Reporting Shared Service Centre (FSSC) is a team of Finance professionals who work as one to provide innovative business solutions, insightful information and advice, equipping our customers to strategically manage their business and meet their goals.

Reporting to the Director, FSSC, the Intermediate Financial Analyst , Retail Insurance Financial Reporting & Analysis is responsible for utilizing general finance expertise and Business Unit specific knowledge to provide analysis, accounting, and recommendations to the Retail Insurance business unit and Canadian Finance leadership team. The incumbent is responsible for the collection, preparation and interpretation of accounting, financial data and other performance metrics related to key aspects of business operations. This role will also work with other Finance teams across the division to complete the implementation of the Ledger Based SOE project.

If you have a drive to understand the “why” and a curious nature; if you take pride in high quality work and delighting customers; if you have an innovative spirit, and love being on a highly engaged, high energy team – then this may be the role for you!

Key Accountabilities:

Produce standard weekly/monthly/quarterly financial reports according to the close schedule. Ensure quality and accuracy of data, reconciliations and journal entries are completed as required. Provide value-added, clear and concise analysis on financial results. Demonstrate working knowledge of technical aspects and the ability to apply an understanding of key principles. Actively participate on project teams to ensure tasks meet requirements and deadlines. Foster a “Get It Done Together” culture by developing strong relationships with Actuarial teams and other teams that we work with on a regular basis. Understand drivers of reserve activity and related accounting treatment. Quickly understands the tasks assigned, and achieves results within assigned deadlines. Prioritizes deliverables in support of team goals with guidance.

Actively looks for and analyzes problems and issues with limited managerial direction. Can make decisions in clear situations without reliance on management.
Able to identify and recommend best practices, process, and controls.
Responsible for identifying and implementing continuous financial process improvements that positively impact the timeliness and integrity of financial reporting and data. Demonstrates commitment towards continuously updating knowledge and skills while incorporating feedback.

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies):

• Accounting designation CPA (CMA, CGA, CA) or working towards, with minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in progressive accounting roles (Insurance experience a definite asset)
• Post-secondary education in accounting or related field
• Excellent customer focus and commitment to quality
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written work
• Ability to independently manage multiple, conflicting priorities and deliver a quality result within tight deadlines
• Effective collaboration skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new applications quickly
• Knowledge of Essbase Cubes and Lawson is an asset.

If you are ready to unleash your potential, it’s time to start your career with Manulife/John Hancock.

About Manulife

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States and Manulife elsewhere. We provide financial advice, insurance, as well as wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. At the end of 2018, we had more than 34,000 employees, over 82,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving almost 28 million customers. As of June 30, 2019, we had over $1.1 trillion (US$877 billion) in assets under management and administration, and in the previous 12 months we made $29.4 billion in payments to our customers. Our principal operations in Asia, Canada and the United States are where we have served customers for more than 100 years. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we trade as 'MFC' on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges and under '945' in Hong Kong.

Manulife is an equal opportunity employer. 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 and advancement and we administer all of our practices and programs based on qualification and performance and without discrimination on any protected ground. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will consult with applicants contacted to participate at any stage of the recruitment process who request any accommodation. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.