Portfolio Reconciliation Senior Analyst

The Portfolio & Trade Reconciliation Analyst will be responsible in developing and maintaining accurate portfolio information for external clients and internal parties. Responsible for efficient reconciliation of investment portfolios and provision of investigative support to related business units and Portfolio Managers. This includes timely and accurate comparison of security position, cash balance and transaction and accrual data with that of external parties. Establish and maintain cordial relationship with various stakeholders including internal and external parties.

   

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for accurate and timely completion of assigned reconciliations including;
• Performing manual reconciliation for processes not included in automation
• Identify and investigate exceptions within established time parameters
• Escalate and work closely with clients and custodian banks to ensure timely resolution of exceptions
• Work within existing procedures and processes ensuring clear and concise documentation is created and maintained.   
• Remain familiar with relevant securities industry development specifically those impacting the activities of assigned portfolios and/or internal clients and custodial service providers.
• Provide support to the team as required, to participate in a regular program of industry specific training and interdepartmental cross training to ensure continuity of service.
• Create, update and monitor JIRA defects and test cases related to the project
• Process various tasks in production and mirroring the same in the Aladdin (to-be) platform / process as part of Parallel Run
• Help with the necessary procedure and project documentation reflecting the to-be / future process
• Attend meetings with the MBPS and Onshore business partners and project teams as may be required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or any related course, CPA board exam passer is an advantage
• One to two year relevant work experience
• Knowledge in third party data platforms such as DUCO, SimCorp Dimension and Bloomberg
• Knowledge in securities instruments/settlements and banking process
• change strategies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Client focused with the ability to prioritize responsibilities
• Influence and negotiate with team and clients in a sophisticated and demanding business environment
• React quickly and meet tight deadlines maintaining accuracy and thoroughness
• Demonstrate flexibility in the face of ambiguous situations, shifting demands, challenging work environments and initiative in working with management and clients, adapting change strategies.
• Use diplomacy and tact to resolve difficult situations. Escalates serious issues to the Manager.
• Proactive and willing to thrive in a highly critical function.

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.

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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