Sr Analyst - BU Financial Analysis

Northern Trust; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Analyst to join their team. This role involves performing complex financial analysis, tracking expenditures, and providing insightful reporting for the Global Technology Services unit. The ideal candidate will leverage strong Excel skills and experience with business intelligence tools to develop financial models and forecasts. You will be part of a collaborative work culture that values innovation and flexibility. If you are ready to contribute to a company that prioritizes both financial strength and community engagement, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

401k and Pension

Health and Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Culture

Discretionary Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong Excel skills for financial modeling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex financial analysis and reporting for the GTS business unit.
• Develop financial reports and manage projects towards completion.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Excel

Business Intelligence Tools

Project Management

Education

Relevant Advanced Degree

5+ Years Relevant Work Experience

Tools

Cognos BI

TM1

Power BI

Job description

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.

Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

The Senior Analyst is responsible for performing complex financial analysis, tracking, and reporting for the Global Technology Services (GTS) business unit. This role will analyze expenditures, research variances, study trends, compile financial data, and provide financial reporting for the business unit. Additionally, the Senior Analyst will draw conclusions and make recommendations to financial and line management.

• Develops strong relationships and closely coordinates with Business Unit and Corporate Financial Management personnel.
• Responsible for or assists with Business Unit Financial Reporting & Analysis, Competitive Benchmarking, Forecasting, Budgeting, Profitability Analysis, Financial Modeling, Strategic Planning, and Special Projects.
• Oversees the preparation of various financial reports, providing data analysis and justification for management decisions.
• Manages projects, including planning, organizing, and directing activities towards project goal completion, including management reporting.
• Provide thought leadership in specific subject matters with other financial team members.

Qualifications

• Thorough business knowledge likely to be gained through 5+ years of relevant work experience and may possess a relevant advanced degree.
• Broad financial and accounting knowledge and business acumen.
• Requires strong presentation, and oral and written communication skills.
• Strong Excel skills in order to develop the financial tools/models necessary to capture the financial aspects of such projects.
• Experience with Business Intelligence and analysis tools such as Cognos BI, TM1 and Power BI is preferred.
• Possess the ability to work effectively and build relationships across a matrix structure and with a diverse management team.
• Proven ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.

Salary Range:

$83,100 - 141,300 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.

Working with Us:

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.

Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve!Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us andapplytoday.#MadeForGreater

Reasonable accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center [e-mail].

We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.

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