TPS Leader — Fund Accounting & Custody Oversight

John Hancock; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife/John Hancock seeks a TPS Manager to lead a team delivering technical accounting, custody oversight, and operational governance across multiple fund platforms. You will evaluate complex transactions, drive strategic initiatives, and partner with senior leadership to strengthen controls.

The role combines U.S. GAAP expertise with investment operations, requiring strong leadership and analytical problem-solving to support fund launches, mergers, and reorganizations in a hybrid Boston-based

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field is required.
• 10+ years in fund accounting, custody, or related financial services functions.
• Experience leading large-scale projects and managing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex accounting, custody, and operational issue resolution.
• Oversight of fund accounting, NAV production, distributions, and fund events.
• Manage governance of third-party service providers and custodian relationships.
• Lead and develop TPS team, mentoring analysts and supervisors.
• Prepare analyses and recommendations for senior leadership and governance committees.

Skills

Leadership & stakeholder management

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Project management

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Power BI

Alteryx

Excel

Job description

Manulife/John Hancock seeks a TPS Manager to lead a team delivering technical accounting, custody oversight, and operational governance across multiple fund platforms. You will evaluate complex transactions, drive strategic initiatives, and partner with senior leadership to strengthen controls.

The role combines U.S. GAAP expertise with investment operations, requiring strong leadership and analytical problem-solving to support fund launches, mergers, and reorganizations in a hybrid Boston-based