Senior Analyst, Global Fee Management x 2

ACCA Careers; Limerick; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust in Ireland is seeking a Senior Analyst in Accounts Receivable to manage complex invoicing, cash applications, and client account openings. You will train junior analysts, collaborate with partners to ensure timely billing and address inquiries, while maintaining SOX compliance.

This role offers a dynamic financial services environment with emphasis on accuracy and process improvements. You will work with a global team to support high-value clients and uphold rigorous controls.

Qualifications

• Experience in AR, AP or payroll processes.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex accounts receivable tasks including set-ups and invoicing for designated clients.
• Process cash applications, account openings and closing audits.
• Assist with training and development of junior analysts.
• Prioritize daily tasks to ensure accuracy and timeliness in line with division guidelines.
• Collaborate with business partners to ensure accurate and timely invoicing and resolve billing issues.
• Investigate billing inquiries and drive timely resolution.
• Serve as a liaison with internal/external auditors and other operational areas on processes.
• Participate in process-improvement initiatives and share best practices.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Payroll

Analytical mind

Communication skills

Time management

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

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.

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.

Job Description

About the role

As part of the Fees Division, the Senior Analyst role is responsible for the complex aspects of Accounts Receivable, from set-ups, generation of all period-end invoicing for designated clients, cash application, account openings and closing audits, to billing related special projects. This role serves as one of the primary contacts for all fee related calculations, analysis and inquiries from our business partners. The Sr. Analyst must accurately and efficiently complete all assigned fee related tasks and responsibilities, demonstrate a firm understanding of our processes, the risk associated with them, their impact to the Bank’s financial statements and to our clients. The Sr. Analyst will investigate billing issues as they arise and drive them to resolution to ensure we provide accurate and timely billing. The Sr. Analyst will adhere to the compliance guidelines and internal auditing requirements of the Bank and assist the Fee Leadership Team with ensuring best practices are being followed.

The key responsibilities of the role include

• Responsible for the complex aspects of Accounts Receivable, from set-ups, generation of all period-end invoicing for designated clients, cash application, account openings and closing audits, to billing related special projects
• Proactively monitor fee information on reports for errors with calculations, input, and variances in fees for assigned accounts from one period to another
• As the subject matter expert, assist with the training and development of new fee analysts
• Prioritize daily tasks to ensure productivity, accuracy and timeliness expectations are met in accordance to the established guidelines of the division
• Work in collaboration with our business partners to ensure accurate and timely invoicing to the client and solving billing related issues
• Resolve client/partner fee related inquiries in a timely manner
• Serve as a key liaison between Fee Billing, SOX, internal and external auditors, and other operational areas to provide analytical and procedural expertise
• Cross train on multiple areas in Fees to build a well-rounded experience
• Provide support for internal and external requests
• Research complex fee transactions
• Participate in projects and initiatives focused on process improvements and efficiency
• Communicate and elevate issues to Fee Management/Leadership Team as required
• Maintain policies and procedures and utilize best practices

Skills/Experience

The successful candidate will benefit from having;

• Related experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable or Payroll.
• Detailed-oriented, team player with an analytical mind, and good problem solving capabilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good time management, ability to multi-task, prioritize work and provide timely feed-back to management
• Self-motivated, self-starter, ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic and demanding environment with a flexible approach towards changing work methods, deadlines and variable workloads
• Strong planning, organizational and problem solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and to deliver to tight deadlines
• Strong mathematical skills, proficient with Excel
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or demonstrates knowledge of the Financial Services industry

Work Authorization

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment.

Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role. This includes Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, Stamp 1G permissions, and other employment permits under Irish immigration frameworks.

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 [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.