About the role#
This co-op position offers an opportunity to gain experience in accounting and finance. You will report to the Director of Global Investment Accounting and Capital Advisory. You will collaborate with teams across the US, Canada, and Asia to support accounting and capital transactions. This role is a full-time position for the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Develop an understanding of accounting treatments for alternative long duration assets.
- Assist with ad-hoc projects, including the implementation of new accounting standards.
- Analyze how accounting developments and advisory projects affect the organization.
- Research and provide advisory support regarding regulatory capital.
- Prepare formal memos and documentation for accounting and capital treatments.
- Compile documentation for controls testing.
- Work alongside finance, legal, corporate policy, capital management, and investment teams.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing or recently finished a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Active pursuit of a CPA designation.
- Working knowledge of accounting principles, including IFRS.
- Some knowledge of US GAAP is preferred.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, specifically with data analysis, pivot tables, and complex formulas.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with stakeholders.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
About Manulife
Manulife is an international financial services group based in Toronto. The company operates as Manulife in Canada, Asia, and Europe and as John Hancock in the United States. It manages over 1.3 trillion dollars in assets for approximately 34 million customers. The organization employs more than 34,000 people and works with over 116,000 agents.
How to get in at Manulife
Securing an internship at Manulife requires speed, as early applicants are often reviewed before the candidate pool becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, helping you apply among the first. This approach ensures your application is seen early in the process. You can also improve your chances by connecting with the people hiring for these roles. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind Manulife positions so you can reach out directly to ask about the role or a referral. This direct outreach often yields better response rates than submitting an application into a general queue.
