Client Reporting & Accounting Consultant (Hybrid)

Northern Trust Corp.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking an Accounting and Data Services (ADS) Client Consultant in Chicago. You will manage accounting/reporting for key client relationships, act as the main ADS contact, and lead client meetings, KPI tracking, and documentation. You’ll guide monthly closes and oversee transitions for new business events.

The role emphasizes client-facing communication, project management, and strengthening reporting expertise, with hybrid work three days per week and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is required.
• Strong working knowledge of reporting and products.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proven analytical, consultative, and problem-solving skills.
• Organized and able to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Acts as first point of reference for client inquiries.
• Provides accounting consulting guidance both internally and externally.
• Serves as a liaison to related areas and helps facilitate monthly close cycle.
• Carries out relatively complex, high-profile activities e.g. direct interaction with top revenue clients and more senior management.
• Focuses on technical and reporting knowledge, building toward becoming a subject matter expert.

Skills

Client facing

Excellent communication

Analytical

Problem solving

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking an Accounting and Data Services (ADS) Client Consultant in Chicago. You will manage accounting/reporting for key client relationships, act as the main ADS contact, and lead client meetings, KPI tracking, and documentation. You’ll guide monthly closes and oversee transitions for new business events.

The role emphasizes client-facing communication, project management, and strengthening reporting expertise, with hybrid work three days per week and travel as needed.