Manager Financial Systems & Control

Manulife
Boston, MA, United States
3 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$88,425.0 - $153,270.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Big Data Microsoft Office Systems Integration Data Processing

Job description

As a member of the US FSSC, the Manager Financial Systems & Control will report to the Director, Financial Processes & Controls, and plays a critical role in supporting the development, validation, and operational execution of accounting models for new insurance products. This position combines technical accounting expertise, data processing, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate financial reporting and efficient implementation of new product initiatives. You will operate within a team-based environment and requires strong communication, analytical, systems, and problem-solving capabilities., Accounting Model Development:

  • Build and enhance accounting models to support new insurance product launches
  • Translate complex product features into structured accounting frameworks aligning with applicable accounting standards and internal policies
  • Coordinate with Global Finance to setup new accounts, accounting units, system codes, etc. in the general ledger

Model Testing & Validation:

  • Execute comprehensive testing of new accounting models using a variety of tools and methodologies
  • Review policy administration system accounting to general ledger postings to ensure completeness and accuracy
  • Identify, analyze, communicate and resolve discrepancies to ensure model accuracy and completeness
  • Partner with stakeholders to validate assumptions, inputs, and outputs

Data Processing & Systems Execution:

  • Run and manage large data files through financial systems and general ledger platforms
  • Support system integration efforts, ADH, Inventory Control, Treasury, AVR, General Ledger, related to new product implementations

Project Coordination & Reporting:

  • Provide clear and concise status updates to internal and external stakeholders and management
  • Track progress against timelines, identify risks, and escalate issues as needed
  • Support delivery of key milestones across multiple concurrent initiatives

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Work effectively as part of a large, cross-functional team, including Finance, Actuarial, Operations, IT, and external venders and partners
  • Work with users and Group IT to revolve errors in accounting activity
  • Communicate complex financial and technical concepts in a clear and actionable manner
  • Foster strong working relationships to support successful project outcomes
  • Maintain strong process documentation

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree concentrating in Accounting; CPA is an advantage
  • 4+ years of accounting, preferably in life insurance
  • Knowledge of accounting/ledger systems, tools
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines, manage and organize priorities, troubleshoot, use judgment, and deliver timely and quality results
  • Strong professional judgment, accountability, customer service, and eye for efficiency improvements
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills and analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaborate with international team members and colleagues
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new applications quickly

Benefits & conditions

  • 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

If you are applying to this role in Massachusetts , please note the salary range is $88,425 - $153,270 USD. Additionally, employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance .

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