Sr. Manager, Valuation Oversight

Your OpportunityAt 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.We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Schwab Asset Management (SAM) is a leading asset manager focused on delivering investment solutions across mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and separately managed accounts (SMAs). The Valuation Oversight team plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of fund pricing and valuation practices, helping ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while supporting sound investment governance. Through close partnership with portfolio management, trading, fund accounting, technology, and risk functions, the team helps protect shareholder interests and strengthen operational excellence across the business.As a Senior Manager, Valuation Oversight, you will provide strategic oversight of third-party fund administration and pricing service providers, ensuring securities are valued in accordance with established valuation policies, regulatory standards, and governance requirements. You will lead complex valuation reviews, support fair value determinations, and influence key decisions through analytical insights, risk assessment, and collaboration with senior stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to drive process innovation, enhance operational efficiency through automation and emerging technologies, and shape valuation methodologies for traditional and evolving asset classes. Success in this role requires strong decision-making, the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, and a proactive approach to solving business challenges while partnering across internal and external stakeholder groups.What you haveRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field8+ years of experience in financial services, asset management, fund operations, valuation oversight, fund accounting, or related investment operations environmentsStrong knowledge of valuation and regulatory frameworks, including ASC 820, Rule 2a-5, GAAP, and the Investment Company Act of 1940Experience supporting the valuation of multiple asset classes, including equities, fixed income securities, private investments, derivatives, and other complex investmentsDemonstrated ability to oversee critical operational processes, evaluate risk, and make sound business decisions in a highly regulated environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex valuation matters and recommend appropriate courses of actionExperience leading cross-functional initiatives, managing competing priorities, and driving process improvementsStrong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting information to governance committees, senior leadership, or similar stakeholder groupsAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to work independently while effectively collaborating across diverse teams and business functionsPreferred QualificationsExperience with Bloomberg TerminalExperience with mutual funds, ETFs, and separately managed accounts (SMAs)Experience developing or evaluating valuation methodologies for alternative investments, including private equity, private credit, or digital assetsExperience managing vendor relationships and third-party service provider oversightExperience with Microsoft Copilot or other AI-enabled productivity toolsExperience with Eagle Pricing Center or similar exception-based price validation platformsExperience using Alteryx or other data analytics and process automation toolsKnowledge of operational efficiency, workflow automation, and continuous improvement methodologiesCFA, CPA, or progress toward an advanced professional certificationIn addition to the salary range, this role is eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.Job SummaryRequisition ID: 2026-125783Posted Date: 2 weeks ago(8/27/2026 4:26 PM)Category: Finance & AccountingSalary Range: USD $91,800.00 - $135,000.00 / YearApplication deadline: 9/18/2026Position Type: Full time