at Northern Trust Company in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
About Northern Trust:
Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.
Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world's most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Summary:
The job involves working for Northern Trust Hedge Fund Services, a Global fund administrator, specializing in administering assets of complex hedge funds. The successful candidate will be an ambitious self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to function as an effective and strategic member in a dynamic, fast-paced and demanding environment. This individual will have a strong technical accounting background and the ability to work well with others.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare and review month end net asset valuation packages
Prepare and/or review year-end Financial Statements and work directly with external auditors and client to ensure accuracy of each fund's annual reports
Interact with client and other shared services teams to obtain understanding of funds' activities on a month to month basis
Work integrally with international partners to troubleshoot queries and provide feedback related to the compilation of the month end net asset valuation packages
Work closely with technology resources to problem solve
Assist with the accounting responsibilities related to new fund launches
Participate within Financial Control working groups responsible for executing strategic initiatives
Consistently look to streamline and automate the reporting/analytical process with the use of technology
Knowledge / Skills:
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and with accuracy
Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and cooperatively within a team environment
Client focused
Experience:
1-3 years' experience
Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Accounting, Master's degree a plus
CPA designation a plus
Experience with Investment Management and/or Financial Services; Hedge Fund specific a plus
Big 4 public accounting experience a plus
A College or University degree and/or relevant proven work experience is preferred. Related Industry qualification (e.g. ACCA) is preferred Excellent oral and written communication skills are required In-depth Functional / Industry Knowledge is required Highly flexible and adaptable to change. Technical skills / systems knowledge is required.
Working with Us:
As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.
Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.
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 sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply...
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
