Consultant, Client Reporting

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

Job summary

Northern Trust Corp is seeking an ADS Client Consultant in Chicago to manage accounting/reporting for key client relationships. You will oversee client communications, guide reporting processes, and participate in client meetings while tracking KPIs and documenting procedures.

You will lead transitions for New/Additional Business, coordinate with senior management, and support monthly close cycles with technical reporting knowledge. Hybrid, Chicago-area role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Strong working knowledge of reporting and products.
• Client facing experience with the ability to present detailed concepts.
• 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, extensive, high-profile activities e.g. direct interaction with top revenue clients and more senior management.

Skills

Client facing

Communication

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Consultant, Client ReportingApply: Chicago, IL: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R162034**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. **Job Description Summary** As an Accounting and Data Services (ADS) Client Consultant, you will be responsible for the accounting/reporting component of key client relationships. As the main ADS contact for these clients, you will be responsible for client communication regarding reporting, managing small projects, process improvements, participating in client meetings, tracking KPIs, and maintaining internal documentation. Consultants are also assigned to New/Additional Business events and will serve as the ADS lead throughout the transition. * 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, extensive, 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 **Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field* Strong working knowledge of reporting and products* Client facing experience with the ability to present detailed concepts* 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* Must reside in or near Chicago and be able to report into the office three times weekly (Choice of days is flexible)* Willing to travel to client visits* #LI-Hybrid* #LI-GG1Salary Range:$66,700 - 113,300 USD*Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.* **Work Authorization** Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa). **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.