GLOBAL FINANCIAL CONTROL,
CONTROLLERS
Founded in Chicago in 1889, Northern Trust is one of the world’s leading financial institutions. We specialize in providing asset servicing solutions and asset management to both institutional and personal clients. The delivery of products and services to this client base is supported through a network of offices around the globe.
We believe our most valuable asset is our engaged, empowered & diverse workforce. As a global institution, Northern Trust is committed to building upon this diverse talent through encouraging innovative thinking and personal courage in an inclusive environment. Northern Trust’s commitment to diversity & inclusion is evident in our internal initiatives for which we have won several globally recognized awards.
ROLE
This position leads the SOC Governance team, responsible for the System and Organization Controls Reports (ex. SOC1, SOC2) prepared and distributed to our clients, which is part of the Global Financial Control teams within the Corporate Controller’s Group. This role is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the SOC Governance internal control framework for the corporation as well as developing new reports for new service offerings. This involves working with business partners across at all levels of the organization to define the scope of the SOC reports, perform risk assessment and validation of objectives, identify and document key processes and controls, analyze test exceptions and report to management.
This position provides highly visible exposure into the entire organization, interacting frequently with control owners at all management levels globally, as well as internal and external auditors.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership and Management
Develop strong working relationships and open communication with key business stakeholders and external audit
Lead and mentor a small but highly efficient and high performing team
Set clear and measurable goals and objectives for the team and individuals, ensuring performance assessments are completed in line with corporate requirements
Share knowledge through training, mentoring or coaching others
Operational
Assess, implement and present any required changes as a result of Statements on Standards for Attestation Engagements 18 or regulation changes to stakeholders
Review the risks, control objectives and controls in scope for each SOC Report
Create/update narrative and risk-control matrix documentation for significant processes including appropriate consideration of key reports and control evidence with information provided by process and control owners
Partner and communicate with teams across business to move key SOC initiatives forward
Identify synergies that can be leveraged for SOC Reports and SOX program
Maintain relationships with control owners to provide guidance and training regarding SOC program and requirements
Escalate to and work with business areas to validate and remediate identified exceptions
SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
Qualified Accountant, ideally with a big 4 accounting firm experience
At least 7+ years of relevant SOC reporting experience is required
Experience in financial services preferred
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
Required Competencies
Strong technical knowledge of Statements on Standards for Attestation Engagements No.18 requirements;
Self-starter and critical thinker with attention to details that desires a high-profile position
Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to motivate, influence, adapt and react positively in a changing and dynamic work environment
Ability to develop relationships with diverse groups and different levels of financial and operating personnel
Flexibility, multi-tasking, creative thinking, and good business judgment skills are required to meet strict deadlines and manage other projects
Provides leadership and guidance to staff, fostering an environment that encourages employee participation, teamwork, and communication
Experience with information produced by entity, General Information Technology Controls (GITCs), system interface, and automated / IT dependent controls a plus
Experience with business processes such as Custody, Hedge Fund Services, Transfer Agency, Fund Accounting, Asset Management, Risk Management Hedging, Derivatives Trading, Securities, Taxes, Compensation, and Benefits a plus.
Working with Us:
As a Northern Trust contractor, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. You can take pride in working with a company that is committed to strengthening the communities we serve!
We recognize the value of inclusion and diversity in culture, in thought, and in experience, which is why Forbes ranked us the top employer for Diversity in 2018.
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 ethical companies. Apply today.
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