Associate, Global Financial Control

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Major Duties:

• Performs review of various departments by understanding and documenting the key risks and controls within the function being reviewed
• If assigned, develops and/or executes test steps, documents results clearly and evaluates the results to assess the quality of the control and/or control environment
• Responsible for staying current on regulatory rules and changes within the industry
• Communicates with partners at all levels, developing and presenting recommendations on operations and controls for the business unit
• Responsible for identifying and resolving problems within established guidelines
• Expected to use some initiative but refer more complex problems to supervisors/experts
• Works effectively as a team member but also independently
• Works to meet deadlines
• Knowledgeable of the core aspects of the job
• Generates and/or creates formal reports
• Working towards becoming proficient in all areas of the job

Knowledge:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required
• Highly flexible and adaptable to change
• Knowledge of auditing in the financial services industry, basic accounting principles, and related work experience
• Analytical and organizational skills are necessary to conduct internal controls documentation and testing

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Accounting or Finance preferred
• Experience in financial services preferred
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance a plus
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor, a plus

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

About Our Manila Office

The Northern Trust Manila office celebrated a decade of excellence in 2024. Through agility, resiliency, innovation, and excellence, they have evolved into a dynamic hub with diverse capabilities and a thriving workforce of over 1,200 - driving meaningful impact and sustainable growth. Learn more.