Tax and Corporate Finance Head

Accountabilities (Individual / Shared):

Individual Accountabilities:

• Strategy development and execution where the role leads to the tax optimization for MP and its subsidiaries
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively influence stakeholders and collaboratively address business challenges through team-driven solutions
• Project ownership and taking full responsibility for successful execution of strategic improvements and regulatory / tax changes.
• To some extent, market analysis and conduct research for strategic decisions e.g. Peer tax position
• Focus on Innovation and Improvement i.e driving innovative solutions or process improvements led by this role, aligning with the level's emphasis on recommending best practices and improving service.  For example:  Tax implication relating to PFRS 17 transition; process efficiency around treasury operations while maintaining internal controls
• Lead and actively involved in the regulatory changes concerning accounting standard, Taxation and Treasury operations

Key Shared Accountabilities:

• Review the accuracy of Tax accounting in the general ledger.
• Cross-functional collaboration and engage other functions for proper implementation of proper tax compliance and other key projects where the role needs to successfully integrate and at times initiate projects that have a positive impact in the organization
• Communication and stakeholder engagement, to ensure timely escalation of key tax or regulatory matters
• Lead the Tax audit of Manulife and its subsidiaries
• Lead the process improvement across Treasury i.e disbursement and distribution compensation

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies/Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy, CPA required. Tax Lawyer is an advantage
• At least years progressive experience in Taxation, Treasury or Corporate finance.  Preferably in the life insurance or financial services sector
• Strong knowledge of Philippine Taxation frameworks (BIR code) and related local regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated experience in BIR tax audit assessments
• High attention to detail, integrity and a commitment to accuracy
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders
• Excellent management skills
• High sense of business ethics and professionalism  
• Strong analytical, project management and communication skills.

Problems/Challenges:

• Rapid market changes, with quick shifts in the market.
• Regulatory changes, and new laws impacting operations.
• Cross-functional misalignment, and coordination issues between departments.
• Talent Acquisition and retention, difficulty in hiring and keeping skilled staff.
• Project delays, resource constraints, and shifting priorities.
• Resistance to change, employee and stakeholder resistance to new projects and processes.

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

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.

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