Consultant, Financial Reporting

Northern Trust; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional to manage complex investment accounting transactions. You will ensure accuracy in reporting and mentor junior employees while adapting to dynamic challenges. Ideal candidates will have at least 4 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. Join a workplace committed to community assistance and flexible work culture. This full-time role offers an opportunity to grow and contribute to a respected organization.

Benefits

Flexible work culture

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive community involvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in financial services or related credentials.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex accounting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex investment accounting transactions.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in reporting.
• Mentor junior level employees on accounting practices.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Organizational skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Technical accounting knowledge

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

University degree or relevant work experience

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.

Role / Department

Focus on resolution of complex core custody accounting and financial transactions where investment accounting knowledge is required to interpret policies, guidelines and/or processes. Full ownership for one or more processes, reports and/or procedures. Analytically and procedurally competent representing the team on accounting or project deliverables. Emerging as an expert in client valuation reporting. May be in final stages of studying for relevant professional qualification or accreditation. Manage and consult daily operational activities, serve as a liaison to related areas and supervise day‑to‑day work of junior level employees or other locations output (but not a formal management role). Involve in consultative problem solving, client engagement/onboarding projects. Demonstrate excellent analytical, consultative communication and judgment skills.

The Key Responsibilities of the Role Include

• Focus on resolution of complex investment accounting transactions where expertise is required to interpret policies, guidelines and/or processes.
• Ensures that team/division’s goal for accuracy and timeliness is maintained.
• Analytically and procedurally competent representing the team on client valuation reporting and project deliverables.
• Escalates relevant and critical issues to management and all pertinent partners/clients in a timely and efficient manner.
• Able to serve as a key subject‑matter expert and mentor other junior level employees.

Skills / Qualifications

Required: analytical problem solving and organizational skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, highly flexible and adaptable to change, ability to work independently, technical skills/accounting knowledge.

Preferred: a university degree and/or relevant proven work experience, minimum 4 years experience in financial servicing or related experience/credentials.

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged; senior leaders are accessible and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

We love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater

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 .

We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.

Required Experience: Contract

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Vacancy: 1