Drive expense forecasting and financial analysis as a Senior Financial Analyst with Manulife in Halifax, Nova Scotia, through a hybrid work model.
Within Manulife Global Wealth and Asset Management Operations Expenses, this senior role supports reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis. You will partner with functional leaders, cost centre leads, and segment expense teams across GWAM and the General Account. Your insights help manage costs and inform decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead monthly forecasting for assigned Operations cost centres
- Update Anaplan and gather expense and FTE inputs
- Prepare variance analysis and concise stakeholder commentary
- Support annual planning, headcount rollforwards, and presentations
- Track savings initiatives, risks, opportunities, and FTE movement
Requirements:
- Three to five years of progressive finance or accounting experience
- Advanced Excel and solid PowerPoint skills
- University degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Economics
- CPA, CFA, or MBA completed or in progress
- Anaplan, Essbase, or similar systems experience preferred
Apply senior financial analysis, forecasting, Anaplan, and expense management expertise supporting Manulife’s Operations teams in Halifax.