Senior Auditor – Asset & Wealth Management

Northern Trust

Senior Auditor responsible for conducting and documenting audits across Asset and Wealth Management. Leading audit project teams and communicating results to management at Northern Trust.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $74,200 - $126,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audit methodology and standards, with a strong focus on risk assessment and testing in financial institutions. Proficient in leading audit engagements, drafting reports, and communicating findings effectively.

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Audit MethodologyRisk AssessmentFinancial Institution ExperienceAnalytical SkillsBusiness Writing

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Hard Skills

Audit TestingProcess Flow DevelopmentRisk Rating AssignmentPlanning Document CompletionFirst Level Reviews

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACISACIAACAACCA

Industry Keywords

Audit StandardsFinancial AuditingInternal ControlsAudit FindingsAudit Engagements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leads moderately complex audits end to end - one at a time
Advancing understanding of audit methodology/standards
Advanced testing and first level reviews of less complex tests
Lead presentations of findings
Assist in the development of the audit objective and testing approach
Lead as Auditor in Charge (AIC) on less complex audit engagements
Complete planning documents
Lead walkthroughs, develop process flows; identify risks collect materials
Develop Opening Meeting deck
Drafts risk and controls; assign inherent risk rating
Perform higher complexity tests
Lead discussions with stakeholders on testing findings
Perform first level (L1) reviews on less complex tests
Assist in first drafts of audit issues
Assist in drafting report
Proactively identify DA opportunities
Performs testing
Drafts memo

Requirements

What you’ll need

A College or University degree and 3+ years auditing experience in a financial institution
Knowledge of audit/ accounting principles usually obtained through related work experience and a four year degree program is required
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills - including effective business writing skills
Interest in pursuing professional certifications (e.g. CPA, CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA)

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