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.
Continue to Learn, Grow and Evolve
No matter what greater means to you, we can help you find it. We believe in empowering our partners with the resources, support, and opportunities to achieve greater and reach their full potential. A strong focus on individual career development and growth is just one way we help you reach your goals.
Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to strengthening the communities in which we live and work.
Who We Are
We are committed to growing and supporting a diverse team, with a collaborative environment that provides educational and career growth opportunities.
Director, Finance Technology
As a Director, Finance Technology, you will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and direction in developing Northern Trust’s Finance Technology capabilities and platforms and accountable operational excellence of core Finance technology platforms that support Northern Trust’s financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and business decision‑making.
The role involves working closely with Finance leadership, Regulatory stakeholders, and Technology teams across the enterprise to modernize and operate critical Finance platforms.
Key areas of responsibility include Financial Planning & Forecasting, Accounting Rules Engine (ARE), Subledger and General Ledger platforms, Regulatory Reporting (including FR2052a), and Finance Data & Controls enablement. In this role, you will ensure strong alignment between Finance strategy and technology execution, while driving platform modernization, delivery excellence, and high‑performing teams.
Scope of Accountability
Primary Platforms & Capabilities
- Financial Planning & Forecasting platforms
- Accounting Rules Engine (ARE) and subledger capabilities
- General Ledger integrations and close enablement
- Regulatory and liquidity reporting platforms (including FR2052a)
- Finance data lineage, controls, and reconciliation enablement
Stakeholder Coverage
- Finance (Controller, CFO org, Planning & Treasury)
- Risk & Regulatory partners
- Corporate Technology & Data platforms
- External vendors and strategic partners
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Transformation
- Define and execute the Finance Technology strategy and roadmap, aligned to Finance modernization and regulatory priorities.
- Lead enterprise‑scale Finance transformation initiatives, including accounting engine modernization, platform consolidation, and data standardization.
Delivery & Platform Ownership
- Own end‑to‑end delivery, stability, and evolution of Finance platforms across Planning, ARE, GL, and Regulatory Reporting.
- Ensure platforms meet regulatory, audit, SOX, and operational resilience expectations, with strong controls and traceability.
Business Partnership
- Partner with Finance and Treasury leadership to translate business and regulatory requirements into scalable technology solutions.
- Provide clear executive‑level visibility into risks, dependencies, and delivery outcomes.
Engineering & Operating Model
- Lead and develop high‑performing global engineering and product teams.
- Drive disciplined execution across Agile delivery, release management, and incident response.
- Reduce key‑person risk and improve sustainability through talent development and succession planning.
Vendor & Financial Management
- Govern strategic vendors and platform providers, ensuring delivery quality, cost discipline, and roadmap alignment.
- Optimize technology spend while improving platform reliability and capability depth.
Success Measures
- Reliable, well‑controlled Finance and Regulatory reporting outcomes
- Measurable progress in Finance platform modernization
- Improved data quality, reconciliation, and audit confidence
- Predictable delivery and reduced operational risk
- Strong leadership bench and sustainable global operating model
Required Experience & Profile
- Senior technology leadership experience within Finance, Accounting, or Regulatory platforms in a regulated financial services environment.
- Strong technical foundation with prior hands‑on engineering or architecture experience.
- Deep understanding of finance data flows, accounting processes, and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Proven ability to lead complex, multi‑stakeholder transformation programs.
Knowledge and Skills Required
- Strong leadership experience across technology, people, and processes within Finance and Accounting domains.
- Hands‑on experience delivering Finance technology solutions supporting:
- Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Accounting Rules Engines / Subledger platforms
- General Ledger integrations
- Regulatory and liquidity reporting (e.g., FR2052a)
- Deep understanding of finance and accounting data flows, controls, reconciliation, and data lineage.
- Proven experience modernizing or operating large‑scale Finance platforms in a regulated financial services environment.
- Strong technical background with hands‑on development, architecture, or platform engineering experience earlier in career.
- Expertise in vendor management and strategic partnerships, including delivery governance and cost management.
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and mature global technology teams.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior Finance, Risk, and Technology stakeholders.
Education
A College or University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance Systems, or equivalent relevant work experience is required.
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:
$164,600 - 288,000 USDSalary 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 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.
Skills Required
- Senior technology leadership experience within Finance, Accounting, or Regulatory platforms in a regulated financial services environment
- Hands-on engineering or architecture experience (technical foundation)
- Deep understanding of finance data flows, accounting processes, and regulatory reporting requirements
- Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder transformation programs
- Hands-on experience delivering Financial Planning & Forecasting, Accounting Rules Engine/Subledger, General Ledger integrations, and Regulatory/liquidity reporting (e.g., FR2052a)
- Proven experience modernizing or operating large-scale Finance platforms in a regulated financial services environment
- Expertise in vendor management and strategic partnerships, including delivery governance and cost management
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and mature global technology teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to engage senior stakeholders
- College or University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance Systems, or equivalent relevant experience
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship
Northern Trust Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northern Trust and has not been reviewed or approved by Northern Trust.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match alongside an employer‑funded defined‑benefit pension is highlighted in employer‑verified materials and filings, setting the retirement package apart from many private employers.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is portrayed as solid overall, and two paid volunteer days per year are clearly documented across corporate materials.
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Parental & Family Support — Company sources and postings reference paid parental and caregiver leave and recent enhancements to parental benefits, indicating meaningful family support within the package.
Northern Trust Insights
What We Do
As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing and investment solutions, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise and integrity. A globally recognized Fortune 500 Company in continuous operation since 1889, we’ve built a legacy of empowering clients to reach their goals with confidence. Since our roots as a trust bank, we’ve grown to a global presence with more than 24,000 employees in more than 20 countries and across six core business units: Wealth Management Asset Management Asset Servicing Technology Corporate Functions Enterprise Operations Join a Team That’s Achieving Greater At Northern Trust, we refer to our employees as partners – with good reason. We understand that relationships are the key to our success. Here you’ll join a diverse and inclusive team of innovators with the drive to challenge the way things have always been done. Instead of choosing between a dynamic career and work-life balance, enjoy working with a team that supports your goals in the office and at home. We’ll help you get where you want to go without sacrificing what matters most to you. Delivering value and adhering to our enduring principles What are enduring principles? Since our founding, they have guided our strategy and success. Thanks to the dedication of our partners, Northern Trust continues to thrive by adhering to three enduring principles: service, expertise and integrity . What does this mean? Service Northern Trust has a relentless drive to provide exceptional service to our clients, our partners and our communities. We set new standards and go above and beyond in our commitment to delivering greater results. Expertise Expertise is at the core of who we are. We focus sharply on what we do well. From expanding our capabilities, to hiring talented professionals to developing innovative solutions, our expertise is why we continue to be a trusted advisor for generations of families and institutions. Integrity Operating with uncompromising ethics is central to Northern Trust’s heritage. As a result, our clients, partners and communities know they can rely on us. For more than 130 years, our integrity has been our guide – and that will never change.
Why Work With Us
At Northern Trust, we go further because we go together. We embrace flexibility, encourage balance, and prioritize inclusion at all levels, working together to keep you connected. We are committed to our employees—all 24,000 of them. Whether this is a first step or a bold new leap in your career, we’re here to help you move forward.
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