Fund Accounting Lead — Hybrid & Impact-Driven

Northern Trust; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Pension

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a fund accounting professional in Chicago to support development and execution of accounting initiatives with cross-functional partners. You will plan, implement, and monitor activities that improve operations and drive measurable results, applying judgment to solve complex problems.

The role offers a hybrid work model with time split between the office and remote work, requiring collaboration with internal stakeholders and senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in fund accounting or related role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute fund accounting work with stakeholders.
• Develop and enhance fund accounting processes and controls.
• Analyze data, reconcile records, and identify trends.
• Lead small projects with manageable risk.
• Provide guidance to less experienced teammates.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a fund accounting professional in Chicago to support development and execution of accounting initiatives with cross-functional partners. You will plan, implement, and monitor activities that improve operations and drive measurable results, applying judgment to solve complex problems.

The role offers a hybrid work model with time split between the office and remote work, requiring collaboration with internal stakeholders and senior management.