Reporting to the Senior Director of US and Group Functions Division Controls, the Manager, SOX Controls plays a key role in the management of US Segment day-to-day execution of financial control procedures within the operations areas, accounting and actuarial shared service groups and operational risk framework, which includes:

SOX & MAR coordination

Design of controls and best practices

Liaison with operational financial controls

External audit coordination

Actuarial valuation controls

Reinsurance controls

Incident reporting

The position will provide opportunities to build on competencies such as design and implementation of controls, process documentation, collaboration and coordination across business areas including Audit Services and external audit, project management and developing knowledge of John Hancock operational and actuarial controls/processes.

Position Responsibilities:

• Build effective relationships with the Insurance operational leads, business unit/shared service actuaries, Audit Services, external auditors, and accounting shared service providers.

• Compile the operational quality assurance on a quarterly basis to facilitate the review by key actuarial team members.

• Effectively manage the SOX/MAR walkthroughs and quarterly and annual audits of the assigned business area/shared service while closely monitoring progress and responding to audit inquiries as needed. Provide regular status reports to the Senior Director, Audit Services and external audit.

• Compile the walkthrough documentation for SOX/MAR controls to external audit standards.

• Assist in the assessment and review of the adequacy of controls and any deficiencies noted within the business area/shared service overall actuarial framework.

• Collaborate with Audit Services to share best practices and maximize efficient and effective use of resources.

• Present findings and recommendations to the business owners and Controls Director using strong written and verbal communication skills. Design solutions to manage risk and provide insight into processes and controls.

• Coordinate the work required to support external auditors. 

• Drive the continuous improvement of the business area/shared service’s controls framework, methodology, tools & reporting.

• Maintain a high level of responsiveness to internal & external auditors, ensuring adherence to professional standards.

• Opportunities for Cross utilization with US Finance Segment on projects, financial reporting, and other areas.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum of 5 - 7 years accounting experience, public accounting experience a plus. 

• Working knowledge of SOX, MAR, and IFRS/NAIC accounting guidelines are a plus.

• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence management at various levels of the organization.

• Detailed oriented with strong organization and project management skills. Excellent customer focus and a commitment to quality while still meeting deadlines.

• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and recommendations orally and in writing, while considering the viewpoint of others.

• Strong analytical and inquiry skills to understand operational and valuation processes and controls.

• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and with teams at the Boston & Toronto locations.

• Strong computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA designation preferred

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.

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