Associate Auditor - Financial Controls & Risk Review

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust Corp is seeking an Associate Auditor in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on reviewing departments to identify risks and controls, developing test steps, and communicating audit results. The candidate will stay current with regulatory changes and collaborate with business units to present recommendations.

Strong writing and analytical skills are essential. Qualified candidates may have CPA/CISA/CIA/ACA/ACCA certifications and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of auditing in the financial services industry.
• Analytical and organizational skills are necessary to conduct audits.
• Report writing and workpaper documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs review of various departments by understanding the key risks and controls within the function being reviewed.
• Develops and executes test steps, documents results and evaluates results to assess the quality of the control and/or control environment.
• Stays current on regulatory rules and changes within the industry.
• Participates in meetings with business unit to discuss audit results.
• Communicates with partners at all levels, developing and presenting recommendations on operations and controls for the business unit.
• Applies understanding of various Corporate units to ensure operations, services, and systems have proper audit controls in place.
• Evaluates corporate management, business processes, business controls and operating practices during audits and consulting/monitoring engagements.
• Develops a thorough understanding of the Northern Trust Audit Methodology and adheres to all applicable Department Standards.
• Completes and compiles a high quality summary of findings and recommendations for review in a concise and professional manner.

Skills

Auditing in financial services

Analytical skills

Report writing

Professional certifications (CPA/CISA/

Education

College degree

Job description

Northern Trust Corp is seeking an Associate Auditor in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on reviewing departments to identify risks and controls, developing test steps, and communicating audit results. The candidate will stay current with regulatory changes and collaborate with business units to present recommendations.

Strong writing and analytical skills are essential. Qualified candidates may have CPA/CISA/CIA/ACA/ACCA certifications and a degree in a related field.