Sr Analyst, Financial Analysis

About Northern Trust
Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.

Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world's most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Summary
Under the direction and coordination with onshore-based staff, this position will focus on handling complex financial analysis, calculation of forecast/plan, reporting and handle projects for Technology Business Units. Analysis includes, but not limited to, expenditures, research on variances, study of trends, recorded journal entries, procurement related transactions, and financial reporting trends for Technology Management group.

Major Duties

• Responsible for, or assists with, monthly/quarterly reporting processes which involve, but not limited to, forecasting, P&L variance analysis, and preparation of various reports and presentations to the management focusing on key business factors driving financial performance, as well as supplement reports needed by business partners.
• Assist in annual planning and forecast which includes, but not limited to, supporting the business unit for the preparation, timeliness and integrity of the budget and proactively providing sound and valuable recommendations to stakeholders that would impact key business decisions.
• Assist in the submission of Technical Services invoices as requested by business partners, processing of cost chargebacks, and assist in the month-end close process including, but not limited to, reclassifications and adjustment entries.
• Directed by and work closely with North America-based partner on knowledge transfer and general collaboration.
• Own and improve expense reporting views in recurring deliverables.
• Develop strong relationships and closely coordinate with both partners in Manila and other locations in carrying the identified responsibilities.
• Work closely with the Team Leader and the Manager in identifying process improvements to enhance the productivity and efficiency of the team and in developing financial/business metrics that are vital to stakeholders' decision-making.
• Own and participate in other special projects and ad hoc requirements.
• Contribute to production of other reporting requirements for the Technology Finance and Corporate Support Services functions as needed.

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required to evaluate financial results
• Strong knowledge of and experience in cost accounting and project management skills
• Broad financial and accounting knowledge and business acumen acquired through a 4-year degree program and related work experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required to present relevant information to management
• Strong knowledge in Microsoft Office suite, PeopleSoft, HFM, TM1/Cognos, SAP, Clarity PPM and other similar systems used in financial reporting
• Experience with business intelligence analytical tools required to interpret data, perform analyses and communicate financial information to various constituents. Knowledge and experience in Power BI reporting is a plus
• Detail-oriented, highly flexible and adaptable to change, and proven ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively and build relationships in a geographically blended environment (North America and Manila, primarily)

Experience Required
CPA is a plus but not required, with 10+ years of collective experience in general and cost accounting, financial planning and analysis, management reporting, procurement, project management and analysis, and other relevant finance-related functional areas.

Knowledge of the Financial Services Industry is a plus.

Working Hours
5AM - 2PM, Mondays - Fridays

Working With Us
As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.

Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

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Reasonable accommodation
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About Our Manila Office
The Northern Trust Manila office celebrated a decade of excellence in 2024. Through agility, resiliency, innovation, and excellence, they have evolved into a dynamic hub with diverse capabilities and a thriving workforce of over 1,200 — driving meaningful impact and sustainable growth. Learn more.