Auditor - AML and Financial Crimes

About the role

The Auditor is responsible for conducting and documenting routine audit examinations throughout Northern Trust Corporation. This role is a direct report to an Audit Team Lead or Audit Manager and is responsible for completing the audit in accordance with stated budget, timeframes, and Department Policies and Standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and report on audits of the Northern Trust AML/Financial Crimes program in accordance with the annual audit plan.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of AML related controls including: KYC – CDD/EDD, Transaction Monitoring, AML Risk Assessment, Training and governance, Sanctions and PEP screening.
• Manage and perform special projects as assigned.
• Communicate with partners at all levels, developing and presenting recommendations on operations and controls for the business unit.
• Evaluate corporate management, business processes, business controls and operating practices during audits and consulting/monitoring engagements.
• Apply analytical skills to review information and determine potential control weaknesses.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the Northern Trust Audit Methodology and adhere to all applicable Department Standards.
• Complete and compile a high-quality summary of findings and recommendations for review in a concise and professional manner.

Requirements

• Knowledge of auditing in the financial services industry and basic accounting principles and related work experience.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE, 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 organizational skills are necessary to conduct audits.
• Strong report writing and workpaper documentation skills.

Qualifications

• A College or University degree and 2+ years auditing and/or systems experience in a financial institution or similar public accounting experience in the financial services industry is preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of auditing in the financial services industry and basic accounting principles and related work experience.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE, 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 organizational skills are necessary to conduct audits.
• Strong report writing and workpaper documentation skills.

Benefits

• 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.
• Discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Pay

$61,500 - 98,300 USD

Schedule

Hybrid