Senior Accountant

Charles Schwab is a different kind of investment services firm – one that strives to disrupt the status quo of the traditional Wall Street approach on behalf of our clients. We believe today, as we did on Day 1, that when you find ways to improve the investing experience for your clients, then business results will follow.

The Corporate Controller's Department is responsible for all financial accounting and reporting for the Charles Schwab Corporation and subsidiaries. In collaboration with our business partners, we provide comprehensive financial information to our various constituencies including shareholders, management, regulatory and tax authorities. We also play an important role in advising our business partners as to the accounting and reporting implications of proposed business transactions, as well as developments in GAAP and applicable regulatory reporting regimes within which the firm operates.

* Responsible for performing various monthly and quarterly financial accounting functions within the Controller’s group. * Responsible for maintaining the financial accounting books and records of the parent company and various subsidiaries. * Execute internal controls to ensure a SOX compliant control environment. * Collaborate with business partners to ensure timely and accurate recording of business transactions. * Prepare journal entries and monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.

* 3+ years of related accounting experience. * Public-company experience a plus. * Financial services industry experience a plus. * Undergraduate degree in accounting or finance. * Solid understanding of GAAP. * Highly proficient in excel. * Familiar with the capabilities of large-company enterprise reporting systems. * PeopleSoft experience a plus. * Strong attention to detail and supporting documentation. * Articulates views in a clear and concise manner. * Proactive, results-oriented operating style. * Ability to identify issues and seek resolutions. * Efficient time management skills. * Exceptional at building relationships.