This role offers the opportunity to play a critical part in MBPS Finance Controllership by delivering accurate, timely, and insightful accounting and management reporting support to Asia Business Units and global stakeholders. The Accounting Senior Specialist contributes directly to expense management, intercompany recharging, and financial governance, helping ensure strong financial controls and trusted reporting. This role provides exposure to global finance operations, process migration and transformation initiatives, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders across regions. Successful candidates will gain deep technical expertise, broaden their global finance exposure, and build strong foundations for long‑term career growth within a shared services environment.Position ResponsibilitiesPrepare and upload journal entries to support month‑end close, including intercompany allocations, recharges, billing, and settlementsPerform bank, intercompany, and system reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial recordsPrepare variance analysis and commentary for Financial Statements Review Templates (FSRT) and management reportingSupport audit requests by preparing schedules and providing accurate and timely responses to auditor queriesAct as Asia point‑of‑contact for clearing intercompany variances and resolving accounting issues with regional and business unit stakeholdersSupport process migration, transition, documentation, and knowledge transfer activities in coordination with business unitsTrain and mentor junior team members and act as subject matter expert for assigned processesIdentify and support automation and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and controlsRequired QualificationsAt least 7 years of progressive experience in accounting and management reporting, including a minimum of 3 years supporting an international organization or Shared Service CenterIntermediate to advanced Excel skills (formulas and pivot tables required)Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skillsAbility to work effectively in ambiguous environments and manage aggressive timelinesStrong written and verbal English communication skillsWilling to work on a day/morning shift and render overtime when requiredPreferred QualificationsCPA with a university degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business ManagementExperience supporting financial statement preparation and audit activitiesBackground in accounting or finance process migration or transitionExposure to automation, process improvement, or transformation initiativesStrong stakeholder management and cross‑cultural collaboration skillsShared Services or global finance operations experienceExcel VBA or project management tool exposure (MS Project or similar)When You Join Our TeamWe’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you wantWe’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just wordsAs part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to seeAbout Manulife and John HancockManulife 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 EmployerAt 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 ArrangementHybrid