GRO Program - CPA

At Manulife, we believe in investing in the future starting with you! Our GRO program is a bold new approach to early talent development, designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive. GRO is Manulife’s flagship early talent program. It’s more than just a job, it’s a launchpad for your career. GRO offers a consistent, high-quality experience for new graduates across the organization.

The GRO CPA Development program is a three-year rotational program designed to support your journey to CPA licensure while providing hands‑on experience in both Internal Audit and U.S. Finance. You’ll complete a 12-month rotation in Internal Audit and a 24-month rotation in U.S. Finance, gaining exposure to IFRS, USGAAP, NAIC reporting, and the quarterly close process. Accelerate your career in accounting and finance within our CPA Development Program
, and you’ll also join a vibrant community of peers, benefit from professional development sessions, mentorship, and leadership exposure, and be empowered to grow into a future‑ready finance leader.

• Internal Audit Rotation (12 months): Participants will have the opportunity to work on the assessment of financial and operational controls and risks and work on assurance and report writing skills.
• U.S. Finance Rotation (24 months): Participants will have the opportunity to assist with IFRS, USGAAP and NAIC external and internal reporting. Participants will also work on the quarterly close process through our financial reporting teams and shared service centers; and walkthroughs and/or other financial control work.
• Participate in internal training and apply your learning to real‑world business challenges.
• Work under the supervision of licensed CPAs and receive structured feedback and coaching.
• Contribute to projects that enhance financial transparency, compliance, and operational efficiency.

• Pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance with an expected graduation in 2027 from an accredited college or university.
• Strong commitment to obtaining CPA certification and meeting the Massachusetts Public Board of Accountancy’s requirements.
• Well‑developed interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Solution‑oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑starter and team player with a high level of initiative, strong work ethic and the ability to gather, synthesize, organize, and report information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and the ability to bring a forward‑thinking approach by utilizing AI and automation to improve processes, enhance insights, and support continuous improvement within the team.

• Supervision by licensed CPAs from both Audit Services and U.S. Controllers teams.
• 20 paid study days and 4 paid exam days.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $7,500 per year toward the 150‑credit requirement.
• Coverage of CPA study materials and one paid sitting per exam section.
• Monetary bonus for passing all CPA exams within 24 or 36 months of employment.
• Dedicated mentorship to guide your development and CPA journey.

• 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.
• Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.
• 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.
• 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…