Senior Financial Analyst, External Reporting

Manulife and John Hancock; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 71,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Toronto is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to prepare financial statements and strategic presentations for senior management. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, knowledge of IFRS accounting, and a university degree in business. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary range of CAD 71,925 - 119,875, along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health benefits

Flexible work environment

Retirement savings plans

Generous paid time off program

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills including project accountability.
• University degree in business or related experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS accounting.
• Ability to handle multiple complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing annual financial statements.
• Review new accounting pronouncements.
• Prepare regulatory and external disclosures.
• Develop dashboards for project monitoring.
• Prepare presentations for senior management.

Skills

Project management skills

Knowledge of IFRS accounting

Excellent communication skills

Proficient with MS Office

Research and interpret accounting pronouncements

Education

University degree in business

Accounting designation or working toward one

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Access

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Director, External Reporting, the Senior Financial Analyst will support the Manager, External Reporting in the preparation of Manulife Bank of Canada and Manulife Trust Company financial statements, including notes and regulatory disclosures as it pertains to the Bank. This role also involves preparing key strategic presentations for Senior Management, developing reports to meet ongoing needs of the Bank, reviewing accounting pronouncements, and performing impact assessments for Manulife Bank and Manulife Trust. This position offers an opportunity to develop well-rounded financial and banking industry knowledge.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing the annual financial statements for Manulife Bank of Canada and Manulife Trust Company, including developing the financial statements shell, completing IFRS checklists, and preparing year-end working papers (lead sheets and analysis) to support external audit requirements.
• Review new accounting pronouncements, draft accounting policy memos, and complete an impact assessment for Manulife Bank and Manulife Trust.
• Participate in project working groups, e.g., review accounting policy impact for Manulife Bank and Manulife Trust.
• Prepare regulatory and external disclosures as assigned.
• Prepare quarterly financial reporting deliverables.
• Develop dashboards or monthly monitoring for project working groups.
• Assist in developing presentations and financial information required by rating agencies.
• Assist in preparing financial results and other strategic presentations to senior management, as required.
• Research and resolve financial reporting issues and participate in special projects.

Required Qualifications

• Strong project management skills including project accountability.
• Completed an accounting designation, or working toward one.
• University degree in business, or related experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS accounting.
• Ability to research and interpret accounting pronouncements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships both among internal and industry peers to stay abreast of current issues within the industry.
• Ability to handle multiple, complex tasks concurrently.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).

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 https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and 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 and Location

Referenced Salary Location
Toronto, Ontario

Working Arrangement
Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between
$71,925.00 CAD - $119,875.00 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.