Senior Consultant

Northern Trust Asset Management; Manila; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a skilled professional to support monthly fund close, financial statement preparation, and client reporting. The role involves interacting with fund clients and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely delivery of financial data.

Candidates should have a university degree and familiarity with finance industry practices. The Manila office offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of finance/bundled services and industry practices.
• Experience with enterprise systems or ERP platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly fund and business entity closing summaries.
• Report and analyze financial data for clients and investors.
• Close monthly books and generate fund performance figures.
• Interact with clients and Hedge Fund Services teams to understand fund activities.
• Prepare financial statements for funds.
• Collaborate with external auditors to verify fund statements.
• Mentor and develop team members through learning and recruitment efforts.
• Operate with independence and deep functional knowledge.
• Provide expert advisory to teams and partners at a high technical level.
• Drive cross-functional, complex initiatives within the function.
• Balance execution with strategic development of processes.
• Develop and manage programs within the functional areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Industry knowledge

PeopleSoft

Education

College degree

ACCA qualification

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

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 :

• 1. Review of monthly fund and business entity closing summaries.
• 2. Report and analyze financial data to be disseminated to our clients and their investors.
• 3. Close monthly books and records of the funds to general final performance figures.
• 4. Interact with clients and other Hedge Fund Services teams to obtain understanding of funds¿ activities.
• 5. Prepare financial statements for funds.
• 6. Work directly with external auditors to ensure accuracy of each fund¿s annual financial statements.
• 7. Assist in building a high-performance team through learning, development, mentoring and recruiting.
• 8. Operates independently; has in-depth knowledge of business unit / function.
• 9. As subject area expert, provides comprehensive, in-depth consulting and leadership to team and partners at a high technical level.
• 10. Carries out activities that are large in scope, cross-functional and technically difficult.
• 11. Role is balanced between high level operational execution and development, and execution of strategic direction of business function activities.
• 12. Strategic in developing, implementing and administering programs within functional areas.

Knowledge :

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are requiredIn-depth Functional / Industry Knowledge is requiredHighly flexible and adaptable to changeTechnical skills / systems knowledge (e.g. Peoplesoft) is required

Experience :

• A College or University degree and/or relevant proven work experience is preferred. Related Industry qualification (e.g. ACCA) is preferred

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.

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.

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