Senior Financial Analyst, Alternative Investment Operations

Manulife and John Hancock; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 69,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider seeks a Senior Financial Analyst for overseeing fund accounting and operational processes for alternative investment products in Montreal, Quebec. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Excel. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary range of $69,750.00 CAD – $116,250.00 CAD and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off program

Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in alternative investment operations or fund accounting.
• Experience with private equity and/or real estate funds is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fund accounting and operational processes for alternative investment products.
• Execute NAV oversight for alternative investment funds.
• Prepare and manage capital call and distribution notices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Bilingualism (English and French)

Education

University or College degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation or working towards CPA

Tools

MS Excel

Investran

Workiva

Anaplan

Job description

The Senior Financial Analyst, Alternative Investment Operations will play a critical role in overseeing fund accounting and operational processes for alternative investment products, including private equity, real estate, and other private market assets. This position ensures accurate financial reporting, NAV oversight, and investor servicing while maintaining strong internal controls and collaborating across multiple teams and external service providers.

Position Responsibilities

Fund Accounting & NAV Oversight

• Execute NAV oversight for alternative investment funds and ensure accuracy of portfolio accounting records.
• Oversee valuation, NAV allocations, and transfer agency processes, including ownership, capital calls, and distributions.
• Reconcile administrator's book of record to internal systems and resolve discrepancies promptly.

Financial Reporting & Investor Servicing

• Prepare, review and manage capital call and distribution notices; respond to investor inquiries.
• Coordinate monthly and quarterly investor reporting packages, ensuring quality control and compliance with internal standards.
• Prepare or review annual financial statements and disclosures under IFRS and US GAAP.

General Partner (GP) Administration

• Maintain GP books and records in accordance with governing documents.
• Support cash management and forecasting to meet capital, operating, and distribution requirements.

Process Improvement & Controls

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and control frameworks.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between internal finance teams, front office, and external administrators.
• Provide data and reporting support for compliance, performance, and leadership requests.

Required Qualifications

• University or College degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA designation or working towards CPA preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in alternative investment operations, fund accounting, or financial reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Operations/Accounting experience with private equity and/or real estate funds highly desirable.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and other MS Office tools; experience with Investran, Workiva, and Anaplan is an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams and geographies.
• 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.

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 our story page.

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].

Salary & Working Arrangement

Referenced Salary Location: Montreal, Quebec
Working Arrangement: Hybrid
Salary range is expected to be between $69,750.00 CAD – $116,250.00 CAD. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [e-mail] for the salary range for your location. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Benefits

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.