Senior Financial Analyst

Manulife; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 71,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Manulife's Investment Division seeks a senior financial reporting professional to prepare audited statements for investment funds under IFRS and NI 81-106. You will ensure data integrity, maintain documentation, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Colleagues collaborate with external auditors, finance teams, and stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes strong controls and continuous improvements within a hybrid Montreal setting.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of exposure in preparing audited financial statements and managing investment fund operations.
• CPA designation demonstrated in accounting principles and professional standards.
• Deep interest in the investment industry with understanding of fund structures.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerApps, and automation tools.
• Proven track record of driving operational efficiencies and robust financial controls.
• Demonstrates analytical thinking, independence, and clear communication under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze annual and interim financial statements for investment funds per IFRS, NI 81-106 and CLHIA G2.
• Compile and maintain supporting documentation for disclosures and audits.
• Identify and resolve errors, omissions, and inconsistencies in financial data.
• Prepare journal entries with qualitative and quantitative support.
• Maintain control frameworks and assess risks to ensure data integrity.
• Conduct annual reviews of process documentation for regulatory changes.
• Provide recommendations for process and system improvements to drive efficiency.
• Serve as SME in financial reporting for investment division projects and accounting implications.
• Stay current with IFRS, IFIC, NI 81-106, CLHIA G2, and OSFI requirements.
• Interpret guidelines to support decision-making and compliance.
• Prepare data and reports for corporate-level segregated funds reporting.
• Align reporting practices with organizational goals and drive innovation in processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and external auditors to resolve queries.
• Work independently while supporting team projects and a positive work environment.

Skills

Excel

PowerApps

Automation tools

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Communication

Timely delivery

Education

CPA designation

Tools

FundSuite ARC

MPower

Job description

Manulife's Investment Division runs the Company’s General Fund on-balance sheet assets (GA) and through Manulife Investment Management, handles assets for clients and investment funds in markets around the world. The division manages a broad range of investments including public and private bonds, public and private equities, mortgages, real estate, oil and gas, infrastructure, timberland, farmland and asset allocation strategies. The division has a physical presence in key international financial centres, including Canada, the United States, Hong Kong, Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia and throughout South-East Asia. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking team that thrives on innovation and collaboration. Every member of our team contributes to a supportive environment where we celebrate achievements and take pride in the impact we make together.

At Manulife, our values are the foundation of everything we do. We are driven by a deep commitment to our customers (“Obsess about customers”), empowered by collaboration (“Get it done together”), and anchored in accountability (“Own it”). We lead with empathy and integrity (“Share your humanity” and “Do the right thing”), while continuously challenging the status quo to drive bold, forward-thinking solutions (“Think big”). These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to make a meaningful impact every day.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze annual and interim financial statements for investment funds in accordance with IFRS, NI 81-106 and G2 CLHIA guidelines; ensuring completeness and accuracy within tight deadlines.
• Compile and maintain supporting documentation to substantiate financial disclosures and audit requirements.
• Identify and resolve errors, omissions, and inconsistencies in financial data.
• Prepare journal entries with comprehensive qualitative and quantitative support.
• Maintain a strong understanding of control frameworks and associated risks to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Conduct annual reviews and updates of process documentation to reflect current practices and regulatory changes.
• Provide recommendations for process and system improvements, driving efficiency and standardization.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in financial reporting for investment division projects, offering insights and guidance on accounting implications.
• Stay current with accounting standards and regulatory frameworks, including IFRS, IFIC, NI 81-106, CLHIA G2, and OSFI requirements.
• Interpret and summarize accounting guidelines to support decision-making and ensure compliance.
• Prepare and deliver data and reports for corporate-level segregated funds reporting, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Contribute to the team’s strategic objectives by aligning financial reporting practices with organizational goals.
• Champion a culture of innovation by consistently seeking new ways to improve financial reporting processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Think outside the box to identify unconventional solutions that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and stakeholder value.
• Challenge the status quo by questioning legacy practices and proposing forward-thinking alternatives aligned with industry best practices.
• Actively contribute to a mindset of continuous improvement, encouraging experimentation, learning, and adaptability in the face of change.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders within and outside the division, fostering alignment and transparency.
• Participate actively in team projects, contributing to shared goals and promoting a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Work independently with external auditors on assigned tasks, facilitating the audit of financial statements and resolving queries efficiently.

Required Qualifications

• Over 5 years of exposure in preparing audited financial statements and managing investment fund operations, with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.
• CPA designation, demonstrating a solid foundation in accounting principles and professional standards.
• Deep interest in the investment industry, with a growing understanding of fund structures and market dynamics.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerApps, and automation tools.
• Proven track record of driving operational efficiencies and implementing robust financial controls.
• Demonstrates strong analytical thinking and curiosity to deeply understand operational challenges and constraints.
• Operates independently with sound judgment, while remaining aligned with team goals and collaborative priorities.
• Communicates ideas and recommendations clearly and persuasively, with sensitivity to stakeholder perspectives.
• Maintains a high level of efficiency and consistently meets deadlines, even in fast-paced environments.
• Shows flexibility and commitment by adapting to peak periods and contributing extra effort when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with fund accounting systems such as FundSuite ARC and MPower is a strong asset.

• Prior audit experience is a plus, contributing to a strong compliance and risk management mindset.
• Bilingualism in French is an asset, enhancing communication in a national context.

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.

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

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Referenced Salary Location

Montreal, Quebec

Modalidades de Trabajo

Híbrido

Salary range is expected to be between

$71,475.00 CAD - $119,125.00 CAD

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