Senior Financial Analyst (ESSC Tech)
John Hancock Manulife
The Senior Financial Analyst would be responsible for utilizing general finance expertise to provide analysis, accounting, and recommendations to the Finance leadership team. The incumbent is responsible for the collection, preparation and interpretation of accounting, financial data and other performance metrics related to key aspects of business operations. Developing a thorough understanding of this information is critical.
Position Responsibilities:
Produce standard monthly and quarterly financial reports according to the close schedule. Ensure that the quality and accuracy of data, reconciliations and journal entries are completed as required.
Identify and recommend best practices, process, and controls. Demonstrate commitment toward continuously updating knowledge and skills.
Actively participate on project teams to ensure tasks meet requirements and deadlines.
Foster a “work as one” culture by developing strong relationships with Divisional Expense teams and other teams that we work with on a regular basis.
Responsible for identifying and implementing continuous financial process improvements that positively impact the timeliness and integrity of financial reporting and data.
Quickly understand the tasks assigned and achieves results within assigned deadlines. Prioritizes deliverables in support of team goals with guidance.
Demonstrates commitment towards continuously updating knowledge and skills while incorporating feedback.
Must be able to provide relevant analysis with commentaries and hold discussions with various customers.
Required Qualifications:
University degree in accounting, finance, or business management and or recognized accounting designation (CPA, CMA, CGA or CA is a plus).
- Proficiency with MS Applications (including Office & Power BI) with ability to learn new applications quickly
Knowledge of Essbase Cubes and Lawson is an asset
Willing to work on night shift
Required Competencies:
- Strong business acumen with ability to communicate financial concepts and results in a clear, concise, easy to understand manner (verbal & written)
- Excellent customer focus and commitment to quality
Self-starter with the ability to work independently, using sound, independent judgment, problem solving and analytical skills
Resilient and adaptable, with effective collaboration skills
Results-oriented, can work under tight timelines and manage competing priorities
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.
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