Job Description

We are seeking a Manager, SOX PMO to support the Head of SOX PMO in managing Manulife’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program. This role focuses on coordination, reporting, and process improvement to ensure effective internal controls over financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience in internal controls or audit, and the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of SOX compliance activities across business units.
• Assist with maintaining SOX program documentation, including policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external auditors to ensure timely completion of testing and remediation.
• Prepare and maintain SOX program dashboards and reporting for leadership.
• Assist with Archer system activities (e.g., quarterly attestations, access reviews).
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of SOX compliance.
• Provide guidance and training to stakeholders on SOX requirements and best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in internal controls, audit, or financial compliance (SOX experience preferred).
• Familiarity with internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• CPA, CIA, or similar certification is a plus but not required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with GRC tools (e.g., Archer).
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

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 Hancock

Manulife 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 Employer

At 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 hr@manulife.com

Working Arrangement

Hybrid