Financial Analyst – ARC Management Reporting

Quezon CityHybrid

AI Summary

Financial Analyst on the Management Reporting team at John Hancock Life Insurance, preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports for Asia markets under IFRS 17, and driving automation and process improvement.

About this role

Management Reporting Team and play a key role in delivering financial insights that support strategic decision-making across multiple markets in Asia. This is an exciting opportunity to work with regional finance leaders, gain exposure to cross-functional stakeholders, and contribute to the evolution of financial reporting under IFRS 17. If you're passionate about data analysis, process improvement, and transforming financial information into meaningful business insights, this role will provide valuable regional exposure and opportunities for career growth. You'll also have the chance to champion automation initiatives and enhance reporting processes that drive efficiency and business impact.

Position Responsibilities:

Prepare, analyze, and provide insightful commentary on monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports for key stakeholders and decision-makers.
Consolidate and analyze financial and non-financial data from various Asia markets to identify trends, variances, and business performance drivers.
Partner with Regional Controllers, Finance teams, Actuarial teams, and other stakeholders to support accurate and timely reporting deliverables.
Develop, maintain, and enhance standard and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and reporting templates using tools such as Anaplan, Power BI, and SmartView.
Drive continuous process improvement and automation initiatives to improve reporting accuracy, efficiency, and overall user experience.
Support month-end and quarter-end reporting activities while ensuring timely communication of key updates and issues.
Perform peer reviews, maintain documentation, and provide guidance and training to junior team members as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in financial reporting, management reporting, or finance-related functions.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with large and complex datasets.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across different markets and cultures.
Willing to work on a Day Shift schedule and report onsite in Diliman, Quezon City.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional accounting designation (CPA is an advantage but not required).
Experience in the life insurance or financial services industry.
Knowledge of IFRS 17 reporting requirements.
Experience with reporting and financial systems such as Hyperion Essbase, SmartView, Anaplan, or Power BI.
Background in process improvement, automation, or dashboard development.
Experience mentoring, reviewing work, or providing guidance to team members.

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.

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Skills

AnaplanAutomationDashboard DevelopmentData ConsolidationExcelFinancial ReportingHyperion EssbaseIFRS 17Management ReportingPower BIProcess ImprovementSmartView