At Manulife, we believe in investing in the future starting with you! Our GRO program is a boldnew approachto early talent development, designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive. GRO is Manulife’sflagshipearly talent program.It’smore than just ajob,it’sa launchpad for your career. GRO offersa consistent, high-quality experience for new graduates across the organization.
The GRO CPA Development program is a 24–30-month program that offers dynamic experienceswith possible rotationsacrossWealth and Asset Management, Financial Reporting, Expense Management, Internal Audit, Corporate Controller, Taxation, Internal Controls, External Reporting, and Financial Planning & Analysis.You’llget formal support throughout your CPA journey including a CPA mentor, paid study time off, financial support forcoursesand Professional Final Exams. As part of GRO,you’lljoin a vibrant community of peers, benefit from professional development sessions, core skills training, mentorship, leadership exposure,and be empowered to growinto afuture-ready finance leader.
Position Responsibilities: Provide support and manage aspects of monthly and quarterly financial reporting and analysis
Supportaculture of continuous improvement through ongoing analysis of procedures and process automation
Collaborate with management to highlightpossible risksand opportunities while taking initiative to escape issuesimpactingfinancial results
Support the needs of our evolving organization through the development of reportsandleveragingcutting-edgeAI tools todelivernew insights into financial and businessperformance
Required Qualifications: Expected graduation of 2026from an accredited university and committed toattaininga CPA certification, and will be eligible forCPA Professional Programupon graduation
Well-developed interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
Solution-orientedmindsetwith strong analytical andproblem-solvingskills
Self-starter and team player witha high levelof initiative, solid work ethic and the ability to gather, synthesize, organize, and report information
Strongproficiencyin Exceland the ability to bring a forward-thinking approach byutilizingAI and automation to improve processes, enhance insights, and support continuous improvement within the team
Aptitude toidentifyand make impactful recommendations, improve existing and developing new 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.
Salary range is expected to be between $60,000.00 CAD - $75,000.00 CAD




Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location.
Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable advantages, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D; insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources.
Supplemental Questionnaire: Manulife’s values are: “Obsess about Customers”, “Do the right thing”, “Think Big”, “Get it done together”, “Own it”, and “Share your humanity”. Our Values are the guideposts that will help us achieve our bold Mission: “Decisions made easier; Lives made better”.Our values define who we are and how we work together: we are a digital, customer-centric market leaderthat’sleading the changecustomersdemand. Please tell us which value resonates with you the most. Please provide examples from your past experiences that help support your answer. (max. 150 words)
Are you currentlypursuing a CPAdesignation? (Yes/No) a. If yes, whatis your expecteddate forwritingtheCFEexam?
September2027
September2028
Starting New Program in January 2027
Already completed CFE
Not registered with CPA Ontario
Recordedwork experienceof less than 6 monthsin PERT
Recordedwork experienceof between 6-12 monthsin PERT
Recordedmore than 12 months experiencein PERT
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The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
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 https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.
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.
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 [email protected].
Referenced Salary Location Montreal, Quebec
Working Arrangement Hybrid
Salary range is expected to be between $52,650.00 CAD - $87,750.00 CAD
Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location.
Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D; insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [email protected] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.
We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to personal information collection statement.

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