Manager, GWAM Operations Expenses

Manulife Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is looking for a Manager to oversee financial activities related to Global Wealth and Asset Management. This role involves leading financial reviews, enhancing reporting processes, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Accounting or Finance, with 6-8 years of experience, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Additional knowledge of complex GL packages would be beneficial. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with a competitive salary between $90,000 - $140,000 CAD.

Benefits

Health insurance

Flexible working environment

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in progressive accounting roles required.
• Strong ability to collaborate across functions.
• Self-starter with independent judgment and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and business reviews, ensuring data quality.
• Lead enhancements in reporting processes and assess financial impact.
• Identify expense risks and drive Strategic Cost Management discussions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Customer focus

Education

University degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s in Finance or MBA

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.

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

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Referenced Salary Location

Toronto, Ontario

Working Arrangement

混合式

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.