Sr Analyst, Prvt Equity Acctng

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 worlds 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 24000 partners we serve the worlds most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role Summary

The Senior Analyst is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of investor data within CRM systems while supporting and overseeing the execution of transfer agency and capital activity processes including capital calls distributions and investor reporting. This role operates independently on moderately complex tasks and serves as a primary reviewer of Analyst work ensuring adherence to established controls operational procedures and delivery of high-quality outputs.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee investor record setup and ongoing maintenance within CRM systems ensuring data accuracy completeness and consistency
• Validate key investor attributes including entity details contacts banking instructions and tax information against source documentation
• Perform reconciliations between CRM platforms and downstream systems to ensure data integrity across reporting processes
• Support the execution of capital calls distributions and investor account statements
• Review and validate transaction processing and investor deliverables for accuracy completeness and compliance
• Ensure all outputs align with fund governing documents and established operational procedures
• Serve as the primary reviewer of Analyst work across investor setup capital activity and reporting processes
• Identify escalate and resolve discrepancies while ensuring adherence to internal controls and audit requirements
• Deliver high-quality work with strong attention to detail and minimal revision required
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities including automation and standardization initiatives
• Develop and maintain procedures and controls related to investor data and capital activity workflows
• Act as a subject matter expert providing guidance and support to junior team members
• Provide day-to-day guidance training and feedback to Analysts to support development and performance
• Support workflow coordination to ensure timely and accurate completion of deliverables
• Engage with internal stakeholders and clients to address routine inquiries and support operational needs

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel for data analysis reconciliation and reporting
• Working knowledge of financial services private equity structures or investor onboarding processes preferred
• Understanding of capital activity processes (capital calls distributions partner accounting) preferred
• Familiarity with CRM systems and workflow tools including Dynamics 365 as well as data governance practices
• Ability to interpret financial and legal documentation and translate information into structured data
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Data Analytics or a related field or equivalent work experience
• 2 years of relevant experience in private capital fund administration or investor data management
• Prior experience reviewing work and providing oversight to junior staff preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B L-1 TN O-1 E-3 H-1B1 F-1 J-1 OPT CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Salary Range:

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including 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 and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B L-1 TN O-1 E-3 H-1B1 F-1 J-1 OPT CPT or any other employment-based visa).

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 Trusts 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 or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.