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Analyst - Global Financial Controls (CCAR Testing)

Northern Trust · Chicago, IL · $60,700–$100,100 a year · Full time

Posted Aug 26, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you wrote documentation that someone else had to use. How did you make it clear?

What they are checking: Whether they can write the governance and process documentation this role is responsible for.

Tell me about a time you had to follow up with someone repeatedly to get what you needed.

What they are checking: Whether they can stay persistent and professional when control owners are slow to provide evidence.

What interests you about controls and governance work in a regulated bank?

What they are checking: Whether they see value in this work and are likely to stay engaged with it.

What would you do

A control owner doesn't understand why their control is part of the CCAR program and sees it as extra work. How would you explain it to them?

What they are checking: Whether they can train and guide control owners so the program works without constant policing.

Your testing finds that a control has not been performed for two months. What do you do next?

What they are checking: Whether they document the gap, escalate it properly and work toward fixing it rather than quietly retesting.

How would you explain a testing result to a senior stakeholder who has five minutes?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead with the conclusion and the risk instead of walking through every step.

About the work

In your own words, what is CCAR, and why does the Federal Reserve require it of a bank like Northern Trust?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that capital planning and stress testing must rest on well-controlled data and processes.

How would you evaluate where a misstatement could most likely happen in a significant financial process?

What they are checking: Whether they can think in terms of risk and assertions to focus testing where errors would matter.

Walk me through how you would test a control that is supposed to ensure data feeding a CCAR submission is complete and accurate.

What they are checking: Whether they can design practical test steps and know what evidence they need.

What is the difference between a preventive and a detective control? Can you give an example of each in financial reporting?

What they are checking: Whether they have the basic control vocabulary they will use every day.

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The full job description

As published by Northern Trust.

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. The Analyst role on Northern Trust's Global Financial Control team is responsible for CCAR Testing and Governance. With support from the larger Global Financial Control's team, the Analyst will work closely with stakeholders to lead governance, documentation, and testing procedures related to the Comprehensive Capital Analysis & Review (CCAR) program for Northern Trust Corporation. Major Duties: • Evaluate risk and likely sources of potential misstatement for significant processes. • Maintain relationships with control owners to provide guidance and training regarding CCAR program and requirements. • Communicate with partners at all levels, developing and presenting recommendations on operations and controls for the business unit. • Carry out complex activities with significant financial, client, and/or internal business impact. Able to facilitate discussions independently and reach decisions. • Utilizes understanding of various Corporate units to ensure operations, services and systems have proper controls in place. • Develops a thorough understanding of the Northern Trust Methodology and adheres to all applicable Department Standards. • Responsible for staying current on SOX/SOC/CCAR regulation and changes in the industry. Knowledge: • Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. • Highly flexible and adaptable to change. • In-depth Functional / Industry Knowledge is required. • Technical skills / systems knowledge (e.g. Peoplesoft) is preferred. • Strong analytical and organizational skills. • Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines. • Ability to work in a fast paced and a dynamic work environment as part of a Global Financial Control team working across multiple time zones and jurisdictions. Experience: • 2-5 years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. • Experience in financial services preferred. • Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor a plus. #LI-Hybrid Salary Range: $60,700 - 100,100 USD 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 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 MyHRHelp@ntrs.com , or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

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