Control Analyst - Toronto, Canada - Manulife

Manulife
Manulife
Verified Company
Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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_Are you looking for a supportive, collaborative workplace with great teams and inspiring leaders? You've come to the right place. We're looking for ambitious people who share our values and want to make every day better for people around the world. If this sounds like you, and the career below sounds exciting, we'd like to hear from you. _

Working Arrangement
Hybrid


The Controls Centre of Expertise ("Controls CoE") is a customer-focused team that provides professional, expert advice to senior management in their execution of an effective internal controls strategy.

The Controls CoE plays a key role in segment financial control oversight, and supports various projects and initiatives to develop, enhance and monitor internal control programs within the Group Insurance, Annuities and Individual Insurance businesses, as well as the financial, actuarial and operational functions supporting these businesses.


Key Accountabilities:


  • Use appropriate judgment in dealing with unexpected issues and requests, demonstrating an ability to prioritize work
  • Play a role as part of the Controls CoE in achieving the goals of process improvement and best practices of internal controls and support team members to ensure timely and effective implementation of change initiatives
  • Participate in discussions, ask questions, and ensure understanding of issues before proceeding
  • Identify and recommend best practices, processes, and controls
  • Demonstrate commitment towards continuously updating knowledge and skills while incorporating feedback

Customer Service:


  • Build effective relationships and establish a high level of credibility with Canada Segment contacts and External auditors
  • Identify and recommend opportunities to refine Controls CoE service offerings
  • Identify and raise any issues received from internal or external partners

Control Consulting Projects:


  • Identify and bring up scope, schedule, cost or quality issues to the Manager
  • Schedule and participate in process walkthrough meetings with business leaders
  • Obtain or prepare relevant process and control documentation (risk matrices, flow charts and/or narratives), as necessary
  • Identify and assess inherent risks and related key controls
  • Identify, document and evaluate internal controls gaps
  • Draft reports that accurately and concisely present findings, including practical and wellsupported recommendations to improve internal controls
  • Participate in meetings to discuss findings with business leaders

Support Audits and Regulatory Examinations:


  • Work with auditors and regulatory examiners to understand the scope of testing required and its impact on the business; identify any opportunities to streamline the testing approach and reduce business effort
  • Coordinate meetings/contacts involving auditors, regulatory examiners and the business (i.e., information gathering, walkthrough validation, and test sample collection)
  • Coordinate the delivery of relevant information and audit evidence to auditors and regulatory examiners
  • Identify and bring up any scope, schedule, cost or quality issues to the Manager
  • Provide senior business leaders with insightful analysis of options available to address auditor issues and recommendations
  • As requested, advise business areas regarding audit scoping options, available sources of evidence, draft findings and management action plans

What we are looking for

  • CPA designation or working towards with 23 years of relevant experience in progressive accounting roles
  • Postsecondary education in accounting or related field is required
  • Selfstarter with the ability to work independently, particularly in the area of using sound, independent judgment, problemsolving, organizing, planning and analytical skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with influencing and negotiation abilities
  • Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
  • Process analysis and documentation skills, including flow charting

What can we offer you?

  • A competitive salary and benefits packages.
  • A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
  • A focus on growing your career path with us.
  • Flexible work policies and strong worklife balance.
  • Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

  • Valuesfirst culture
We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.

  • Boundless opportunity
We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.

  • Continuous innovation
We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.

  • Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.

  • Championing Corporate Citizenship
We build a business that benefits all partners and has a positive social and environmental impact.


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