Associate, Global Financial Control

Northern Trust; Philippines; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

A top financial institution in the Philippines is seeking a compliance support professional to aid in Sarbanes-Oxley Act processes. This entry-level role involves performing reviews of departmental controls, executing test steps, and communicating operational recommendations effectively. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a related degree in accounting or finance. The position offers a chance for professional development while working independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are required for this role.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulations and internal standards is necessary.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and their application in financial services is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform reviews of various departments and document risks and controls.
• Develop and/or execute test steps for SOX compliance.
• Stay updated on SOX and SOC regulatory changes.
• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively across teams.
• Identify and resolve problems within established guidelines.
• Generate formal reports based on test results.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability to change

Understanding of auditing in the financial services industry

Analytical and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or Finance preferred)

Master's degree in Accounting or Finance

Certified Public Accountant

Certified Internal Auditor

Job description

About Northern Trust

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.

Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Under direct supervision responsible for supporting processes related to compliance with the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act and SOC on a Global Financial Control team. The team primarily provides oversight and internal control testing of the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act (SOX) program for Northern Trust Corporation in periodic filings of financial information with the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) and Service Organization Control Reports (SOC) program for Northern Trust business areas. May be entry level position with opportunity to develop professionally.

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 SOX and SOC 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

Reasonable accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail].