Northern Trust's Audit Services independently assesses business, operational, financial, regulatory, technology, and risk management processes to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of key internal controls and to identify policy, procedural and process enhancements. The Audit Function at The Northern Trust Company allows one to develop a general knowledge of the entire banking business.
Work is diverse, non-repetitive and less structured than many other positions.
This position will be attractive to people who like to pursue most of their work assignments independently, handling all aspects of a project from beginning to end. Audits are managerial oriented. They review both operational processing controls and procedures, as well as the adequacy of financial accounting records. Entry level positions are available for undergraduates with majors in Accounting or Finance. Finance majors must have completed at least three courses in Accounting.