Financial Analyst

Job Description

The Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis within the Global Finance Shared Services team. This role focuses on internal and external reporting, general expense analysis, and providing support for tax and audit activities. The position works closely with internal stakeholders, finance teams, and external auditors to ensure compliance, data accuracy, and continuous process improvement.

Role and Responsibilities

• Responsible for month‑end and year‑end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting.
• Prepare and support internal management reports and variance analyses.
• Support tax compliance and internal/external audit activities by providing required data and explanations.
• Prepare statistical and other reports as required by management, government and regulatory bodies.
• Assist with ad‑hoc finance tasks and process improvement initiatives as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Primary Accounting Certification or other equivalent is a must.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or shared services environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).
• Fluent in English. Cantonese is preferred.
• Experience with ERP or financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or similar) is a plus.

Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial data and identify issues.
• Good time management skills and ability to meet reporting deadlines.
• Willingness to learn, take ownership, and work in a fast‑paced, global environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with cross‑functional and international teams.
• Ability to work independently and willing to collaborate with other team members.

This Job Description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this role.

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

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 hr@manulife.com.

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