Your opportunity

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together. Schwab Stock Plan Services (SPS) provides a variety of solutions to large, publicly traded companies for the administration of their Equity Compensation plans, including stock options, restricted stock, and employee stock purchase programs. SPS offers solutions for the administration of these plans up to and including full outsourcing capabilities for the recordkeeping and employee services.  Our mission is to provide a world class experience for our clients and to provide the opportunity for the employees of our corporate clients to achieve their financial fitness goals. Stock Plan Services is seeking a Senior Financial Reporting Manager who has a deep understanding of share-based payment concepts.

The Senior Financial Reporting Manager will be responsible for providing support services to corporate clients on the application of equity compensation accounting concepts in the Schwab EquiView system. This position requires subject matter expertise in both ASC 718 and IFRS 2 and the ability to deliver training on advanced accounting topics both internally and externally. This position will be responsible for identifying system enhancements and development opportunities based on client needs and regulatory changes. Additionally, this position will create and maintain whitepapers and all other accounting documentation. Responsibilities Include:

Provide proactive financial reporting support to corporate clients and make recommendations when appropriate to address reporting challengesLead discovery and consultation conversations with corporate clients to determine their needs.Subject matter expert in domestic and international share-based payment conceptsUnderstand overall stock plan record-keeping system architecture and functionality Understand the Schwab EquiView financial reporting system from settings configuration to expense and disclosure reporting calculations Monitor regulatory changes, drive thought leadership efforts and provide sales supportIdentify development opportunities, gather business requirements, and work with Product Management to implement new financial reporting featuresWhat you have
5-8 years work experience in the equity compensation industry with minimum 4 years experience working with ASC 718/IFRS2.Ability to balance the needs of our clients and implement SPS best practicesStrong communication skills with an ability to build positive working relationships with both our clients and internal partnersMust be self-directed and self-motivated-- able to work independently on a variety of tasks while achieving team-oriented objectives and collaborating with stakeholders where appropriate Must be well organized and able to effectively manage own time Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize competing deadlinesHigh attention to detail and the ability to see things through from concept to implementationStrong business analysis and problem solving skills, multi-tasking capabilities, and ability to troubleshoot issuesEffectively work in a collaborative team environment and provide the best possible outcomes for our clientsDemonstrate excellent critical analysis with a very high attention to detail to improve existing processes and innovate solutions Leverage strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively explain data and analysis in a compelling manner to all levels of leadership Proficiency in Microsoft Office application such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field CEP (preferred)

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase planPaid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positionsPaid parental leave and family building benefitsTuition reimbursementHealth, dental, and vision insurance Apply Save job