Sr. Specialist, Business Process Audits & SOX Compliance

Charles Schwab; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and sabbatical after 5+

Job summary

Charles Schwab in Lone Tree, Colorado, is seeking a Senior Specialist to support the BP portions of ICFR and ICOC assessments. You will prepare assigned assessment sections, document high-quality work, and report to the Senior Team Manager, BP Audits and SOX Compliance.

This role requires commuting distance to the Lone Tree location and participation in Schwab’s Hybrid Work and Flexibility Program. You will gain exposure to broker-dealer, bank, and corporate processes, apply understanding of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Internal Audit, or Information Systems is required.
• Two+ years of BP controls-based testing experience with SOX; Big 4 public accounting preferred.
• Knowledge of SOX requirements or the Financial Responsibility Rule requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk assessments and testing for ICFR and ICOC BP components.
• Prepare assigned assessment portions with high-quality work per team standards.
• Collaborate with management, external auditor, and Schwab testing programs to improve controls.
• Self-manage and lead documentation of assessment work.
• Support a high-performing, engaged team environment.

Skills

SOX knowledge

Public accounting experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Internal Audit, or Information Systems

Job description

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.

The Sarbanes‑Oxley Compliance Office (SCO) performs risk assessment, scoping, testing, concluding, and results reporting for the annual assessments of management’s Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) for SOX and FDICIA, and for the annual assessment of management’s Internal Control over Compliance (ICOC) for SEA Rule 17a-5. The SCO supports Schwab’s mission by assessing controls addressing the completeness and accuracy of Schwab’s financial reporting, and Schwab’s financial reporting is used to secure capital so the company can meet the needs of our clients. In addition, the SCO assesses ICOC addressing the protection of client assets, which gives clients comfort to invest their assets with Schwab.

The SCO is looking for a Senior Specialist to support the Business Process (BP) portions of the ICFR and ICOC assessments. This Senior Specialist will be responsible for the portions of the assessments that they are assigned to prepare, and this position reports to a Senior Team Manager, BP Audits and SOX Compliance. This position is located in Lone Tree, Colorado, and candidates must be within commuting distance of the Schwab location within a reasonable period after starting in the role to enable participation in Schwab’s Hybrid Work and Flexibility Program.

What you have

What you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Internal Audit, or Information Systems required
• Two or more years of related work experience in BP controls-based testing required with SOX and Big 4 public accounting experience preferred
• Knowledge of SOX requirements or the Financial Responsibility Rule requirements

What you will do:

• Gain exposure to broker-dealer, bank, and corporate processes through robust risk assessments, varied ongoing control testing, and unique project assessments
• Contribute to a risk-based approach for the BP portions of Schwab’s annual ICFR and ICOC assessments by seeking and applying understanding of Schwab’s risks and controls
• Collaborate with management, Schwab’s external auditor, and other Schwab testing programs to enhance Schwab’s control environment
• Self-manage and lead the preparation of assigned assessment portions, including documenting high-quality work in accordance with team policies, standards, and procedures
• Encourage and participate in a high performing, engaged, and positive team environment
• Grow your career on a supportive team that holds weekly supervisor one-on-ones, regular skip-level one-on-ones, and triannual formal feedback conversations
• Improve and innovate the SCO’s assessment and operational approaches, including the use of artificial intelligence, automation, and data visualization tools

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

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. 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 plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance