Director, Fund Administration

Company: Manulife Insurance Malaysia
Location: Boston
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Director, Fund Administration page is loadedDirector, Fund AdministrationApply locations Boston, Massachusetts time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: May 31, 2025 (15 days left to apply) job requisition id JR25041786We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Fund Administration to join our Treasury & Portfolio Services team!In this critical leadership role, you will oversee a team dedicated to managing and optimizing the operational processes for our funds, with a particular emphasis on NAV (Net Asset Value) and Custody oversight. As the Director, you will spearhead key departmental projects and initiatives, driving innovation and efficiency. Additionally, you will serve as the primary relationship manager, fostering strong connections with both internal partners and external service providers.This is a Hybrid position where you will come into the Boston Office Tues, Wed, Thurs each week and have the flexibility to work from home on Monday & Friday.If you are a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of accounting concepts and theory, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!Position Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Managers within the Fund Administration department focused on accounting and custody oversight across the John Hancock Funds' platform.
• Daily team management and leading the execution of defined team strategy.
• Direct ownership/stakeholder of the Custodian Bank relationship.
• Intensive focus on NAV accuracy and the appropriate execution of accounting treatments.
• Assist in the leadership and support of various Fund Events such as Fund launches, mergers, and adoptions.
• Coordinate various team objectives including the execution of Fund distributions, daily use of available liquidity facilities, creation of Board of Trustee reporting, and numerous accounting focused reviews.
• Daily engagement with Custodian Banks to solution complex or unique operational scenarios in order to ensure the avoidance of material Fund impacts or issues.
• Lead team's involvement in large-scale cross-departmental projects and initiatives.
• Coordinate team support and involvement in various internal committees such as the Complex Securities Committee, Dividend Committee, and Risk & Investment Operations Committee.Required Qualifications:
  • 12+ years of relevant financial services industry experience.
  • 10 years of demonstrated leadership experience.
  • Extensive experience and comfort with GAAP principles.
  • CPA designation.
  • Strong accounting background with proven ability to draft and execute complex accounting policy.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.About Manulife and John HancockManulife 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 EmployerAt 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 recruitment@manulife.com .Referenced Salary LocationBoston, MassachusettsWorking ArrangementHybridSalary range is expected to be between$120,750.00 USD - $217,350.00 USDIf you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. 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. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.Manulife/John Hancock 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/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.Know Your Rights I Family & Medical Leave I Employee Polygraph Protection I Right to Work I E-Verify I Pay TransparencyCompany: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)Similar Jobs (1)Director, Wealth Strategylocations 3 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 16 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: May 30, 2025 (14 days left to apply)About UsWe're Manulife. And we're on a mission to make decisions easier and lives better.Better is what drives us.It's what inspires us to find new ways to support customers and colleagues in living longer and healthier lives.It's the reason we're dedicated to investing in digital innovation and accelerating a sustainable and economically inclusive future.Joining us means you'll be empowered to learn and grow your career. We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. And as part of our global team, you'll help shape the future you want to see - and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go.We're proud of our accomplishments and recognitions. Recent awards include:2024 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award WinnerManulife Named one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2023Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2023We've been recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2024)Manulife included in Bloomberg's 2023 Gender-Equality IndexTo receive our latest job opportunities directly to your inbox, create an account or sign in and navigate to the 'Job Alerts' section located in the top right corner of the page. From there, you can sign up to receive job alerts.Our ambition is to be the most digital, customer-centric global company in our industry. Learn more at https://www.manulife.com/ .
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