Fund Accounting Mentor & Training Specialist

Northern Trust; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking an experienced fund accounting professional who wants to shift into training, mentoring, and developing others. You will leverage NAV calculations, reconciliations, and accounting expertise to empower peers and new hires, helping them navigate complex processes with confidence.

In this people‑focused role, you’ll partner with Fund Accounting Managers, share real‑world knowledge, guide junior accountants through NAVs and reconciliations, and help onboard newcomers to

Qualifications

• Approximately 7–10 years of fund accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of NAV processes and reconciliations.
• Enjoy teaching, coaching, and helping colleagues succeed.
• Patient, approachable communicator.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Fund Accounting Managers to train staff.
• Share real-world fund accounting knowledge to build skills.
• Guide junior accountants through NAV calculations, reconciliations, and procedures.
• Identify training gaps and opportunities.
• Serve as a trusted resource for challenging questions.
• Support onboarding and ramp-up for new hires.
• Foster a collaborative, growth-focused team culture.

Skills

Fund accounting

Training

Mentoring

NAV calculations

Reconciliations

Onboarding

Communication

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking an experienced fund accounting professional who wants to shift into training, mentoring, and developing others. You will leverage NAV calculations, reconciliations, and accounting expertise to empower peers and new hires, helping them navigate complex processes with confidence.

In this people‑focused role, you’ll partner with Fund Accounting Managers, share real‑world knowledge, guide junior accountants through NAVs and reconciliations, and help onboard newcomers to