Associate Auditor – Financial Services Internal Controls

Northern Trust Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Well-being benefits

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Northern Trust, a leading financial services firm in the U.S., is seeking an Auditor to review departments, identify risks, and assess controls within the audit function. You will develop test steps, document results, stay current on regulatory changes, and present clear recommendations to partners.

The role emphasizes analytical skills, attention to detail, and adherence to Northern Trust's audit methodology.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of auditing in the financial services industry.
• Professional certifications (CPA, CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA) and/or an MBA preferred.
• Analytical and organizational skills are necessary to conduct audits.
• Experience: College degree and/or entry level auditing in a financial institution preferred.

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.
• Responsible for staying current on regulatory rules and changes within the industry.
• Manages and performs special projects as assigned.
• 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 analytical skills to review information and determine potential control weaknesses.
• 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 knowledge

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting

MBA preferred

Job description

Northern Trust, a leading financial services firm in the U.S., is seeking an Auditor to review departments, identify risks, and assess controls within the audit function. You will develop test steps, document results, stay current on regulatory changes, and present clear recommendations to partners.

The role emphasizes analytical skills, attention to detail, and adherence to Northern Trust's audit methodology.