Financial Planning Analyst  

Are you looking for a supportive and collaborative workplace with great benefits and clear career development? You’ve come to the right place.

Why choose Manulife?

• Competitive Salary packages and performance bonuses
• Day 1 HMO + Free coverage for your dependents (inclusive of same-sex partners)
• Retirement savings benefit
• Rewarding culture that values wellness and well-being
• Performance Bonus
• Global network of industry experts
• Extensive training resources

Job Description:

We're looking for a Financial Planning Analyst to join our team. You will be responsible for analyzing financial data, developing budgets, forecasting future performance, and providing recommendations to optimize financial resources. Your expertise will assist in creating comprehensive financial plans, improving financial stability, and maximizing profitability.

Have the skills and knowledge for the job? Learn more about the opening below!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the monthly HC forecasting of MBPS, including the interlock, analysis and bridging with the Functions, WFM and Cost Center Owners
• Do the monthly reporting of HC forecast and communicate back to Function Heads and WFM
• Help follow through any open issues, reconciliation related to HC forecasting
• Support the month and year end processes within MBPS in line with the organization’s deadlines, ensuring all accrual and prepayments are made in line with financial procedures.
• Help analyze the month end financial position, investigate variances and make appropriate adjustments, if necessary, in line with internal procedures.
• Help in the review of billings’ over/under-recoveries and inquiry related to billing details and support
• Help investigate and report on significant budgetary variances, identifying any remedial action that needs to be taken.
• Support in the preparation of regular and ad hoc financial reporting, financial statements, and forecasting for management review
• Support during year-end financial management and reporting including assisting with the completion of the annual accounts
• Help work on obtaining information that provides more detail to support reporting from the general ledger. This could include payroll information and the breakdown of information
• Assist in the preparation of forecast and future year budgets, and loading that information in the forecast/budget tool
• Lead small projects for the finance organization which would need problem-solving skills, time management and coordination skills
• Help in updating reporting tools/dashboards with latest actual information/utilization, including updating budget trackers to provide financial status and conditions
• Support other members of the Finance Team with ad-hoc projects. To include bringing together financial and activity information

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other related fields of study
• Solid understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial analysis techniques
• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
• Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel) and financial management systems
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial insights to non-financial stakeholders
• Knowledge of financial regulations, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment
• Experience with financial planning software or ERP systems is a plus