Manager, GWAM Operations Expenses

Manulife; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Montreal is looking for a Manager to oversee financial activities related to Global Wealth and Asset Management. The successful candidate will conduct financial reviews, lead reporting enhancements, and identify expense opportunities. The role requires a university degree in Accounting or Finance, 6-8 years of accounting experience, and strong analytical skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of CAD 90,000 - CAD 140,000 and benefits in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Customizable health and dental benefits

Life and AD&D insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off program

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in progressive accounting roles.
• Self-starter with independent judgment and analytical skills.
• Proficient in managing expectations and meeting tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and business reviews with insightful analysis.
• Lead enhancements in reporting processes and strategic recommendations.
• Identify expense risks and influence actions for business partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Customer focus

Education

University degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s in Finance or MBA

CPA or advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lawson

Essbase

Anaplan

Job description

Reporting to the Director, GWAM Operations Expenses, the Manager will be responsible for the financial activities pertaining to the support of Global Wealth and Asset Management (GWAM). This person 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.

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and business reviews, ensuring data quality and developing customer-focused reporting with clear, insightful analysis and commentary
• Demonstrate strong technical accounting skills for expense review, adhering to company policies and employing business knowledge
• Lead enhancements in reporting processes and assess the financial impact, providing strategic recommendations
• Support multiple markets (US, Canada, Asia, GA) by prioritizing tasks and managing resources to address unexpected issues and requests effectively
• Play a key role in the Expense Management leadership team, focusing on project achievement, operational improvement, and best practices
• Identify expense risks and opportunities, influencing actions for business partners, and drive Strategic Cost Management discussions
• Foster innovation and collaboration across teams, building relationships to enhance results and engagement throughout the organization

Required Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting or Finance, with a Master’s in Finance or MBA preferred; CPA or advanced degree highly desirable
• 6-8 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.

Benefits

• 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 [e-mail].

Referenced Salary Location

Toronto, Ontario

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$90,000.00 CAD - $140,000.00 CAD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [e-mail] 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 [e-mail] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.