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Specialist, Operations Distributions

AT Charles Schwab
Charles Schwab

Specialist, Operations Distributions

Phoenix, AZ

Salary: USD $46,000 - $69,000 / Year

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. Charles Schwab Trust Bank provides trust, custody, trading, and technical services to retirement plan sponsors, advisors, and their agents. Cash Operations' goal is to meet the needs of CSTB by providing superior client service as it relates to the processing of incoming and outgoing cash activity and all associated regulatory reporting. Specifically, the Distributions Team is responsible for the fulfillment of disbursements and distributions (including returned/rejected payments), facilitating and complying with OFAC requirements, completing special handling requests, processing incoming mail, and effectively communicating with various departments daily. We also manage relationships with internal business partners, maintain and test various internal and vendor-supplied systems, and ensure absolute compliance with all governing regulations and requirements. Our primary objective is to successfully process significant cash activity for RBS, in accordance with client directives, while maintaining proper controls to mitigate risk to the firm.

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A Specialist has a good understanding of the retirement market. This position is responsible for understanding operational processes within the team, performing pertinent reviews and approvals, executing appropriate risk mitigation, and driving efficiency through process improvements.

This is an extremely fast paced, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven position which may require overtime during critical production periods.

As a Specialist, you are expected to contribute to a collaborative, team environment as you assist in the completion of all daily outgoing cash functions within carefully defined procedures. Additionally, you will be leading and/or participating in projects of varying size and scope that serve to advance our systems and processes. CEBS, NIPA or ASPPA credentials preferred, but not required.

Specialist responsibilities include:

  • Monitoring assigned tasks from within a functional mailbox in a manner that meets or exceeds SLA's.
  • Fostering a positive and cohesive work environment that promotes employee engagement.
  • Taking initiative to research and respond to higher-level, more complex inquiries from Client Services and other business units.
  • Participate and lead department and team initiatives that drive process improvement and risk mitigation.
  • Having flexibility with regards to impromptu changes in priorities and responsibilities
  • Being a knowledge resource for the team as well as various internal business partners.
  • Performing supervisory level reviews/approvals.
  • Designing, implementing, and maintaining quality control as well as initiating process improvements.
  • Document and maintain clear processing procedures and corresponding daily checklists.

What you have

The following attributes are keys to success in this role:

  • Elevated level of attention to detail and ability to work under pressure is required as errors and omissions can have significant financial risk.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Ability to perform successfully and accurately with little oversight.
  • Thirst for growth, continual learning, development, and an ambitious spirit.
  • Strong critical thinking and excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize, coordinate multiple processes, and meet competing deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate professionally and clearly.
  • Ability to work and learn in a high volume, fast paced, collaborative environment.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications including but not limited to Excel, Outlook, Access, and Word.

Required Licenses: None

Physical Requirements: Work is primarily sedentary in nature; no special demands are required. This job does require in office activity daily which includes opening returned mail and handling/sorting physical checks.

This position may require overtime during critical production periods.

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 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

Client-provided location(s): Phoenix, AZ, USA
Job ID: CharlesSchwab-2024-105693
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program