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Associate Auditor

The Northern Trust Company · Chicago, Illinois

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Pay$53k to $79k a year
LevelStaff · Audit
Work modeNot stated
CPA exam supportNot mentioned
CPA licenseEligible or in progress
ExperienceIndustry
PostedSep 24, 2026
Found by usOct 4, 2026
Last checkedOct 8, 2026

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Plan and execute audits of financial services business units, test controls, document findings and present recommendations.

Student or new gradEarly career, studying for the CPACareer changer into accounting

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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. Major Duties :• Performs review of various departments by understanding the key risks and controls within the function being reviewed. Develops and executes test steps, documents results and evaluates results to assess the quality of the control and/or control environment • Responsible for staying current on regulatory rules and changes within the industry • Manages and performs special projects as assigned • Participates in meetings with business unit to discuss audit results • Communicates with partners at all levels, developing and presenting recommendations on operations and controls for the business unit • Utilizes understanding of various Corporate units to ensure operations, services, and systems have proper audit controls in place (i.e., design of the control environment) • Evaluates corporate management, business processes, business controls and operating practices during audits and consulting/monitoring engagements • Applies analytical skills to review information and determine potential control weaknesses • Develops a thorough understanding of the Northern Trust Audit Methodology and adheres to all applicable Department Standards • Completes and compiles a high quality summary of findings and recommendations for review in a concise and professional manner Knowledge :• Knowledge of auditing in the financial services industry and basic accounting principles and related work experience • Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA) and/or an MBA along with demonstrated technical abilities in select areas (e.g., accounting, regulatory compliance, etc.) are preferred • Analytical and...

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