Auditor – AML and Financial Crimes

Northern Trust

Auditor responsible for conducting audit examinations at Northern Trust. Leading audits and evaluating business processes within financial services.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $61,500 - $98,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in auditing processes within the financial services industry, applying strong analytical skills to identify control weaknesses and develop actionable recommendations. Proficient in report writing and documentation, ensuring high-quality summaries of audit findings.

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Auditing In Financial ServicesAnalytical SkillsReport WritingProfessional CertificationsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Audit MethodologyAccounting PrinciplesControl EvaluationConsulting EngagementsSpecial Projects Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

CAMSCFECPACISACIAMBAACAACCA

Industry Keywords

Financial InstitutionPublic AccountingBusiness ProcessesOperational ControlsRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for conducting and documenting routine audit examinations throughout Northern Trust Corporation
Functions in various roles on audit engagements, including leading audits, staffing audits, and providing consulting or oversight functions based on the needs of the team
Manages and performs special projects as assigned
Participates in meetings with business unit to discuss audit results
Communicates with partners at all levels, developing and presenting recommendations on operations and controls for the business unit
Evaluates corporate management, business processes, business controls and operating practices during audits and consulting/monitoring engagements
Applies analytical skills to review information and determine potential control weaknesses
Develops a thorough understanding of the Northern Trust Audit Methodology and adheres to all applicable Department Standards
Completes and compiles a high-quality summary of findings and recommendations for review in a concise and professional manner

Requirements

What you’ll need

A College or University degree
2+ years auditing and/or systems experience in a financial institution or similar public accounting experience in the financial services industry
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
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Strong report writing and workpaper documentation skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
other voluntary and well-being benefits
discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component