Financial Reporting Specialist

Manulife; Quezon City; Hybrid; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife in Philippines is seeking a skilled Fund Accounting/Financial Reporting professional to contribute to delivering reliable financial information and strengthen risk management practices. You will expand expertise in fund accounting, financial reporting, and governance while collaborating with global teams on complex investment products and regulatory requirements.

The role involves preparing reports, processing fund invoices, supporting accounting entries, and assisting in annual/interim

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounting, financial reporting, fund accounting or related finance function.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to collaborate across global teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, validate, and distribute Sales and Assets Under Management (AUM) reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Review and process fund invoice payments in compliance with GWAM guidelines and industry best practices.
• Support fund accounting activities, including expense accrual monitoring, accounting entries, and expense reporting.
• Participate in the preparation and review of annual and interim financial reports (MRFPs), MER calculations, and HST blended rate reconciliations.
• Develop, document, and enhance internal controls, risk management processes, and operational procedures while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.

Skills

Excel

analytical skills

communication

attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Fund Suite ARC

MPower

Job description

In this role, you’ll contribute to delivering reliable financial information, strengthening risk management practices, and enhancing operational controls that help drive better outcomes for our customers and stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your expertise in fund accounting, financial reporting, and governance while collaborating with global teams and gaining exposure to complex investment products and regulatory requirements. You’ll have the chance to make a meaningful impact while accelerating your professional growth within a global financial services organization.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare, validate, and distribute Sales and Assets Under Management (AUM) reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Review and process fund invoice payments in compliance with GWAM guidelines and industry best practices.
• Support fund accounting activities, including expense accrual monitoring, accounting entries, and expense reporting.
• Participate in the preparation and review of annual and interim financial reports (MRFPs), Management Expense Ratio (MER) calculations, and HST blended rate reconciliations.
• Develop, document, and enhance internal controls, risk management processes, and operational procedures while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounting, Financial Reporting, Fund Accounting, or a related Finance function.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across global teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the investment management, fund accounting, or financial services industry.
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Experience with fund accounting and reporting systems such as Fund Suite ARC, MPower, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with risk management frameworks, internal controls, and regulatory reporting requirements.

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.

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].

Working Arrangement

Hybrid