Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. This 11-week internship provides students with hands-on experience in accounting, financial reporting, tax, controls, and audit within a global financial services organization, while preparing for future CPA and finance careers.
Responsibilities
Contribute to quarterly and annual reporting processes, including GAAP, Statutory, and IFRS deliverables
Support management reporting, financial analysis, and preparation of external disclosures such as press releases and Management’s Discussion & Analysis
Assist with tax provision and returns across the John Hancock complex
Partner with the Controls Center of Excellence to enhance risk assessments, key controls, and governance processes
Participate in internal audit activities to assess the design and effectiveness of governance, risk, and controls
Engage in process improvement and automation initiatives within Wealth and Asset Management Accounting & Reporting
Participate in professional development events, networking opportunities, and community volunteer activities throughout the program
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Strong academic performance: commitment to CPA certification post-graduation preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Preferred
Prior internship, co-op, or work experience in finance, accounting, or a related field
Knowledge of financial reporting standards (GAAP, IFRS, Statutory)
Familiarity with audit or risk management practices
Demonstrated initiative and leadership through campus involvement or prior roles
Collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships across teams
Professional development events
Networking opportunities
Community volunteer activities
Manulife is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better.
