Sr Consultant, Financial Reporting

About the role

The Financial Reporting group at Northern Trust provides internal and external clients with assistance related to the annual audits and/or SEC filings across a diverse set of investment company types. The group is responsible for preparing and reviewing fund financial statements in a timely manner while ensuring accuracy and quality of the reports. They also assist audit firms in their annual fund audits for both registered and non-registered funds, and ensure the timely and accurate filing of certain SEC forms.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of clients, including organizing reporting cycles.
• Review staff preparations of fund financial statements and schedules of investments, as well as coordinate and draft the notes to the financial statements for annual and semiannual shareholder reports for registered and non-registered funds.
• Ensure deliverables are met and complete reviews to ensure accurate and timely filings.
• Act as the point of contact for the Financial Reporting group to external clients.
• Review staff preparations of SEC filings such as N-MFP for registered mutual funds.
• Coordinate audits related to auditor open items and client questions and comments.
• Provide technical resources for staff regarding questions related to new investment/derivative products, financial statement preparation questions, and auditor questions.
• Interact with various business areas to determine automation needs and provide ongoing systems support.

Requirements

• 6 - 8+ years of recent experience in Fund Administration/Financial Reporting industry or related relevant industry.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Degree in accounting or CPA preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft products.
• Knowledge of Global InvestOne, Bloomberg, and financial reporting systems a plus.

Skills

• Detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to manage deadlines.
• Able to make difficult decisions and work with limited supervision.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage ambiguity and complexity.
• Strong performer with high standards of integrity & work ethic.

Benefits

Northern Trust offers 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. The company also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Pay

Salary range: $74,700 - 126,900 USD