Financial Consultant, Global Procurement Project Management Office

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of financial models, forecasts, and cost analyses for procurement programs.
• Perform variance and scenario analysis to support program and leadership reviews.
• Assist with annual planning and in-year forecasting for capital and operational procurement activities.
• Prepare standardized financial reporting, dashboards, and materials for executive updates.
• Support stage-gate reviews, funding approvals, and post-implementation financial assessments.
• Identify financial risks and data gaps, escalating concerns with recommended actions.
• Partner with Procurement PMO leads, category managers, and Finance counterparts to ensure alignment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis, consulting, PMO support, or procurement finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with high attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within the financial services industry or a regulated environment.
• Progress toward professional certifications such as CPA, CGMA, CFA, or an MBA.
• Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) tools or procurement systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive retirement benefits including 401k and pension.
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, and disability.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and caregiver leave.
• Life and accident insurance along with various well-being benefits.
• Discretionary bonus program which may include an equity component.

About the Company

Northern Trust is a Fortune 500, globally recognized financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. We provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions through our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity.