The Securities Mortgages Financial Analyst is responsible for the accurate and timely accounting and reporting while meeting published quality and productivity standards. The role involves solid understanding of Securities, Private Equities and Mortgages accounting and reporting policies and procedures on IFRS and USGAAP basis. The role is also responsible for liaising and coordinating with different business units, Securities Operations, Mortgage Operations, and Investments Systems, etc.

Responsibilities:

Securities Mortgages Accounting

Ensure timely and accurate processing and recording of financial transactions i.e. accounting for various types of financial instruments such as Public/Private Bonds, Public/Private Equities, Private Placements and Financial hedges. The role also involves monthly and quarterly reconciliation of real estate related accounts based on IFRS, USGAAP and NAIC basis.

Securities Mortgages Reporting

Perform monthly reconciliation of alternative investments related balance sheet and income statement accounts based on IFRS, USGAAP and NAIC reporting. The role involves concrete explanation of occurrence of variances for better understanding and analysis of users. This also includes preparation of timely and relevant financial schedules and financial statements.

Others

Tasks that are requested by the Business Unit necessary for the business concern. Submission of monthly meeting agenda, containing issues and concerns, is also considered. Propose and implement process improvements and efficiencies.

Qualifications:

• University Business Degree focused in Accounting
• CPA designation required
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in financial reporting and analysis roles or equivalent Including 1 year in a Senior Financial Analyst role
• Knowledge in various types of financial instruments (Bonds, Equities, Placements and Financial Hedges)
• Solid understanding of Securities, Private Equities and Mortgage accounting and reporting policies and procedures in accordance with IFRS and USGAAP basis.
• Knowledge of IFS Applications (Lawson, Essbase)
• Experience using Enterprise
• Strong computer skills including intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency
• Advanced financial modeling techniques (Power Bi, Macro) is preferred

Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong oral/written communication skills required to interact with different Business Units, Securities Operations, Mortgage Operations and Investments Systems teams
• Strong organizational, time management and priority setting skills in order to meet tight deadlines
• Solid interpersonal skills to interact with, establish relationships with the Business Units
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with other team members

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.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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