Analyst, Global Fees Management

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:

This is a role for a Fee Analyst within an established International Finance Operations team. The successful individual will be based in Limerick and will report to a local Ireland Fees Team Leader.

The team is responsible for the timely capture, recognition, billing and collection of revenue for multiple legal entities across EMEA.  This role will include primary responsibility for a number of high profile clients.  The role involves working with all areas of the Business to ensure that all fee arrangements are properly reflected in our legal books.  The team has visibility and liaison with high profile clients, Client Services, Business Operations teams and Financial Control.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

• Responsible for timely and accurate client billing across Northern Trust entities working to strict reporting deadlines. 

• Initial set-up and ongoing maintenance of client static data, ensuring correct interpretation of documented arrangements.

• Collection of fee debtors in on a timely basis in line with agreed company and client authorised procedures including generation of payment instructions and banking entries. 

• Responsible for timely completion of accruals as part of the month-end close process to ensure revenue is accurate and complete to meet the requirements and deadlines of Financial Accounting and their month-end close schedule. 

• Work with the New Business, Client Services, and Operations Teams to ensure all new / terminated business is captured in full, correctly accrued and invoiced within agreed timelines for assigned Clients.

• Timely communication and escalation of billing delays / issues.

• Regular liaison and development of strong relationships with Client Services and the Business.

• Responsibility for Client / Business / Finance queries ensuring timely resolution, documentation and escalation.

• Ensure adherence to SOX and audit requirements. Continually improve and strengthen controls.

• Input to fee related internal & external audits.

• Participate as Subject Matter Expert in all fees related changes and projects.

Skills/ Qualifications:

The successful candidate will benefit from having:  

• Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to work in a fast paced environment where month end financial reporting deadlines and compliance with documented controls and processes are paramount.

• Highly numerate with strong analytical skills.

• Strong planning and organisational skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to assess issues, identify solutions and problem solve on a timely basis.

• Ability to partner effectively with peers, management, business and overseas partners. 

• Flexible approach towards changing work methods, deadlines and variable workloads.

• Advanced level of IT skills notably MS Excel.

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 MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.