Fall Co-op 2026 - Accounting & Finance

Manulife • Toronto, ON

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

Our Accounting & Finance Co-op is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark. This opportunity is ideal for undergraduate students eager to acquire real-world experience in accounting and finance. Available Roles for the Fall 2026 Term: Accounting Analyst, General Accounting, Corporate Tax, Financial Planning & Analysis Transformation, Private Markets, and WAM Legal Entity Reporting. Your application will be considered for multiple positions within this job posting.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business or Accounting, with a strong interest in Finance and Economics and a solid foundation in general Business principles.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI, along with exceptional mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible and adaptable, capable of working both independently and as part of a team while exercising sound judgment.
• Exhibits meticulous attention to detail, effectively prioritizing tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to identify and recommend improvements to streamline existing processes.
• Supports the development and implementation of new processes.
• Responds to challenges and opportunities with a positive and productive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Access and Visual Basic is required for some roles.

Nice To Haves

• On the path to earning your CPA designation.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and handle aspects of reporting while understanding monthly and quarterly deliverables.
• Prepare monthly reports including analysis related to job functions.
• Meet with leaders to review submissions and highlight possible risks and opportunities while taking initiative to escalate issues impacting reporting functions.
• Support Month-end production and reporting work, including journal entries, budgets, adjustments, Actuals to Budget analysis, consolidating Reporting packages.
• Gain proficiency in investigating financial ledgers, statements, and journals using various software tools and Excel.
• Acquire expertise in accounting practices, including reconciling, and analyzing balance sheet and income statement accounts, all while adhering to corporate standards.
• Lead the continuous improvements of existing reporting processes.

Benefits

• Empowerment to learn and grow your career.
• Recognition and support in a flexible environment.
• Focus on well-being and inclusion.
• Opportunity to shape the future.
• Early access to Manulife John Hancock’s premier early talent program, GRO, tailored to graduating students.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level