Associate, Accountant

126 Northern Operating Srvs Asia; Manila; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust in Manila is seeking an Accounting Associate to prepare daily financial reports required for regulatory and trust reporting, and to maintain the General Ledger by posting entries and clearing rejects.

The role requires an undergraduate accounting degree and 0-2 years of related work experience, with strong MS Excel and Word skills, effective written and verbal communication, and a keen eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accounting functions and related concepts.
• 0-2 years of related work experience.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily financial reports for Regulatory and Trust reporting.
• Post entries and clear rejects in the General Ledger system.
• Perform routine account reconciliations and resolve issues.
• Attend meetings with internal and external partners and build rapports.
• Assist in special projects or routine research as required.

Skills

Accounting basics

MS Excel

MS Word

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate accounting degree

Tools

MS 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. 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:

Responsible for the preparation of daily financial reports required for Regulatory and Trust reporting involving basic supporting calculation and documentation. Analyzes and performs maintenance to the General Ledger system on a routine basis such as posting entries, clearing reject items, etc. Exercise independent judgment and perform routine account reconciliations and resolve most issues. Resolve routine processing problems and recommend solutions. Attends meetings with various internal and external partners and develops or builds a rapport with them. Assists in the completion of special projects or routine research as required. Work with various internal and external partners.

Knowledge:

Basic knowledge of accounting functions and related concepts 0-2 years of related work experience and completion of a degreed Accounting program Effective written and verbal communication skills Detail oriented

Experience:

Undergraduate degree in the Accounting field is required Proficiency in MS office applications such as Excel and Word

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 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 the 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. Looking for greater? You found it. A global financial leader with more than 22,000 employees in 23 locations worldwide, Northern Trust empowers our employees to achieve more than just business goals. Our focus on work-life balance, career mobility and unique opportunities are just a few we’ve been named that !

Terms and Conditions

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APAC/INDIA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

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Northern Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at Northern Trust are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

EMEA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

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It is the policy of The Northern Trust Company to afford equal opportunity in all phases of employment without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic tests and information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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