Financial Reporting Specialist

Overview Financial Reporting Specialist is part of the Fund Administration group of John Hancock Investments, responsible for the preparation and analysis of SEC regulatory requirements and shareholders reports in accordance with US GAAP. Duties include but are not limited to portfolio of investments for inclusion in semiannual and annual shareholder reports and quarterly NQ filings, and other supporting schedules and notes to portfolio holdings. The Manila Team supports several groups under Fund Admin including Portfolio of Investments, Financial Reporting and Performance Reporting, and is responsible for the proper fund reporting of 227 funds under John Hancock Investments. Position Responsibilities Prepare portfolio of investments for annual and semi-annual shareholder reports and quarterly NQ for John Hancock mutual funds of varying complexity, including supporting schedules and financial notes. Reconcile custodian bank reports and related audit packages to shareholder reports produced. Analyze portfolio holdings, including disclosure of coupon rate and type, maturity date, dividend distributions, securities on loan, GICS and country information, credit ratings, and returns for certain asset types. Prepare portfolio summary tables in graphical presentation. Prepare financial notes, including ASC820 securities fair value level tables and derivatives holdings and usage. Prepare derivatives tables including futures, forwards, written options, swaps, etc. Review fund trial balance, including preparation of AICPA adjustments and tax-cost. Capital preferred analysis. Ensure departmental documentation, including policies and procedures and reporting checklists, is accurate and current. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or Mathematics Working knowledge of mutual fund industry, including its accounting principles Basic understanding of SEC rules governing mutual funds and financial reporting Basic to intermediate understanding of different financial asset types (stocks, bonds, ETFs, mutual funds) Basic knowledge of different derivative instruments is a plus Preferred Qualifications Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Familiarization with Bloomberg terminal is a plus Strong attention to detail with ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment Strong written and oral communication skills Strong organizational skills Strong teamwork skills Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel (mastery of formulas and pivot tables is a must; VBA is a plus). Proficient in MS Office including Outlook, Word, Power Point, and Project. 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. To learn more about us, visit the Manulife story page: Equal Opportunity Employer Manulife/John Hancock embraces diversity and is committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, 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. We strive 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 consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact recruitment at Manulife. Working Arrangement Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr