Overview As Audit Manager at Northern Trust, you will lead and execute audits across Asset and Wealth Management, guiding project teams and communicating results to management. You will design testing approaches, supervise complex engagements, and mentor junior staff to uphold rigorous controls. You'll collaborate with Senior Audit Managers to define scope and ensure timely delivery. You'll apply professional skepticism and leverage data analytics to identify root causes and drive improvements. This role offers the chance to influence risk management in a globally respected financial services firm with a strong culture of service, expertise, and integrity.
Compensation / Benefits- retirement benefits (401k and pension)
- health and welfare benefits
- paid time off
- par ental and caregiver leave
- life & accident insurance
- discretionary bonus program
Responsibilities- Operate independently and lead one or two audits concurrently
- Design and lead audit execution for complex engagements
- Develop testing approaches (RCTM/RCM) and plan documentation
- Mentor/coach junior staff and lead planning/fieldwork activities
- Lead stakeholder discussions on findings and draft issues/reports
- Perform data analytics opportunities and assist implementation
- Ensure engagement deadlines are met and perform L1 reviews
- Draft executive summaries and audit reports
Key requirements- College degree with 5+ years related auditing experience in a financial institution preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Knowledge of audit/accounting principles
- Professional certification (CPA, CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA)
- Hybrid work model experience or adaptability
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in the future
- Professional skepticism
- Strong communication and business writing
- Ability to question processes and propose improvements
- Audit testing and control verification
- Understanding of testing approaches (RCTM, RCM)
- Data analytics opportunities in audits
