Manager - Sustainability Reporting (ESG)

2 days ago

Sydney, Australia BDO Australia Full time

About BDO

BDO is a member of BDO International Pty Ltd, a worldwide network of public accounting firms. Our global organisation extends across 164 countries and territories, with 95,414 people working out of 1,713 offices all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service. 

BDO Australia has one of the largest technical accounting divisions in the country, with several of its team members also forming part of BDO International’s global IFRS team. As a member of the Global Public Policy Committee and via our extensive global network, BDO is at the forefront of IFRS reporting and implementation. Learn more about BDO. 

Our specialised team is focused on the provision of technical advice to existing and new BDO clients, providing technical support to Partners and professional staff around financial reporting. As the accounting standards continue to change and challenge the industry, our team is expanding and continuing to uncover new opportunities and new ways to assist clients.

Current opportunity

This main purpose of this role is to work in the IFRS & Corporate Reporting team to deliver engagements around voluntary and mandatory sustainability reporting, carbon footprint/accounting, and climate-related reporting strategy and transformation.

This is a client-facing consulting role which will require the candidate to be based in our Sydney office and work with clients on the application of technical knowledge of climate-related and sustainability reporting frameworks. The role will involve significant project management and the delivery of related ESG services, including the coordination of other BDO service lines e.g., strategy & transformation, audit.

This role will also be required to assist with CFO advisory work from time to time, which includes working on the finance function advisory services and transformation projects including process improvement, finance/ERP system selection and improvement, finance team structure reviews, and financial and governance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Measure carbon footprint for clients, including boundary setting and basis of preparation
  • Assist with the development of decarbonisation strategies, including target-setting
  • Preparation of gap analysis re TCFD recommendations, IFRS S1, and IFRS 2
  • Preparation of voluntary and mandatory sustainability reports
  • Advise clients from a range of sectors on value-creating sustainable solutions.
  • Execute advisory services, including ESG strategy, materiality, roadmap development, transformation, etc.
  • Work with the team to develop client strategies and execute bespoke solutions to address client ESG opportunities and challenges.
  • Liaise with senior stakeholders and clients to ensure objectives are met and risks are mitigated.
  • Understand and apply the firm’s quality and professional delivery standards required to deliver assurance services.
  • Develop externally facing material about the ESG practice (e.g. articles, presentations) and contribute to capability building internally through the development of tools and training where there is capacity.

What you’ll need to succeed

The ideal candidate is passionate about working with clients around their sustainability goals and has a strong desire to work in the ESG sector.  Your generalist consulting experience across multiple sectors and engagement types gained within any of the leading professional services firm would be highly regarded.

Your skills & attributes:

  • CA or CPA qualified, or tertiary qualification/s in a related discipline.
  • Sound experience working in an accounting, reporting, or assurance role.
  • Demonstrable experience in climate/ESG/sustainability including reporting frameworks and executing solutions for clients in response to ESG-related challenges will be highly desirable.
  • Knowledge and practical experience in consulting and project management in relation to transformation, strategy, and business operations.
  • Strong project management, research, and presentation capabilities.
  • Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills with a self-motivated approach to the role.

What we will offer you

BDO offers professional development, a collaborative culture, workplace flexibility, global career growth opportunities, and an industry-competitive salary package. 

Some of the benefits our employees enjoy include:

  • Health & Wellbeing initiatives - We offer a range of health-focused services and benefits to support you to reach your peak potential in all aspects of life.
  • Financial - We are committed to providing financial support to enhance your financial security and contribute to your overall well-being.
  • Career Opportunities - Domestic & International Secondment
  • Leave benefits - We understand the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance, which is why our leave benefits go beyond the ordinary.
  • Lifestyle & Community – team bonding & social events, free daily breakfast, ‘dress for your day’
  • Learning & Development - we prioritise your personal and professional development, providing access to a diverse range of learning experiences to support your growth journey.

We are committed to building your technical, advisory, leadership, and management skills, and balance work with promoting health, wellbeing, workplace giving, and social activities. At BDO, we want you to enjoy what you do and the community of colleagues and clients you work with.

As a firm, we embrace an inclusive culture and value the difference and unique perspective of every individual. We are proud to be named an Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia (DCA).

For immediate consideration please click Apply or for further information please contact Maria Aniceto from our Talent Acquisition team via email at maria.aniceto@bdo.com.au.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

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