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Audit Specialist - Asset & Wealth Management

The Northern Trust Company · Chicago, Illinois · Hybrid

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Pay$115k to $195k a year
LevelSenior · Audit
Work modeHybrid
CPA exam supportNot mentioned
CPA licenseEligible or in progress
Experience10 years+
PostedSep 10, 2026
Found by usOct 4, 2026
Last checkedOct 8, 2026

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Conduct risk based audits and provide subject matter expertise for asset and wealth management activities.

A few years in, CPA in progressLicensed CPAPublic accountant moving to industry

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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. Audit Services offers financial services professionals the opportunity to work on some of the most complex and impactful issues in the industry. Our team applies insight, objectivity, and technical expertise to help protect and strengthen Northern Trust’s legacy. We are a collaborative, globally connected team of over 200 professionals. The Audit Specialist is responsible for conducting and documenting audits across Asset and Wealth Management. Major Duties Support the development and execution of risk-based audit coverage over Asset Management and Wealth Management activities, leveraging subject matter expertise to identify key risks, controls, and emerging themes. Serve as a subject matter resource for audit engagements involving investment management, fiduciary services, wealth management, portfolio administration, client servicing, and supporting business processes. Participate in audits, issue validations, risk assessments, continuous monitoring activities, and advisory engagements in roles ranging from lead auditor to technical specialist. Assist Audit Services management in evaluating emerging risks, regulatory developments, industry trends, and business changes impacting the AMWM portfolio. Provide technical guidance to audit teams regarding business processes, products, risks, controls, and regulatory requirements within assigned areas of expertise. Review and evaluate the design and effectiveness of governance processes, risk management activities, and internal controls across business units.

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