About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role/Department

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accountant within the Finance Team based in Limerick This permanent role will play an integral part within the team and will be responsible for report production, timely issue resolution and providing ad-hoc support as required.  The team is responsible for the production of monthly and quarterly reports, looking at capital and liquidity as well as balance sheets across a range of institutions in Europe, UK and the Middle East.

The successful candidate will work with a variety of operations and other Finance teams to understand the business and ensure that reports accurately reflect the business undertaken, with adherence requirements to regulatory rules.

The key responsibilities of the role include;

• Key partner in the production and computation of monthly reporting for a number of entities,

• Assess the impact of changes to and expansions in the business, e.g. new product offerings, new territories;

• Acts as a key contact for various internal and external contacts with the ability to communicate succinctly and interpret financial results.

• Produce reconciliations, ensuring that all documentation is completed in line with corporate requirements and policies.

• Recommend and implements process improvements identified in day to day work.

• Perform various analyses to assess the impact of financial strategies on the financial position and operating results of the organization.

• Research and resolves complex accounting transactions and reporting issues, where some expertise is required to interpret policies, guidelines and/or processes.

• Work with various internal and external partners on cross-function processes or projects providing analytical and procedurally represent the team.

• The successful candidate will also be expected to develop knowledge of the regulatory reporting tools and their configuration.

• Work with Finance teams and leader in other locations.

Skills/Experience

The successful candidate will benefit from having;

• Qualified accountant (preferably ACA / ACCA) with several years experience in a multi-currency financial services environment.

• Accounting knowledge, acquired through years of corporate or industry experience.

• Experience in regulatory and statutory financial reporting with a large organization.

• Ability to meet strict deadlines by multi-tasking and prioritizing various assigned deliverables.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience in leading or champion new corporate initiatives.

• Requires attention to detail and solid documentation techniques.

Work Authorization

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment.

Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role. This includes Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, Stamp 1G permissions, and other employment permits under Irish immigration frameworks.

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [email protected], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.