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Council of the City of Sydney, Australia ROBERT WALTERS AUSTRALIA Full time

This role offers you the chance to lead the delivery of mandatory sustainability and climate-related reporting, ensuring robust compliance with evolving regulatory standards such as AASB S2 and the Corporations Act 2001. You will be at the forefront of integrating climate risk and emissions data into core financial processes.* Hybrid working* Temp to perm opportunity* Based in Sydney CBD

What you’ll do:

- Lead the end-to-end preparation of Climate Statements in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and AASB S2 disclosure requirements, ensuring all information is accurate, consistent, and aligned with annual reporting frameworks.

- Develop and maintain comprehensive templates, methodologies, and documentation to support efficient and reliable climate reporting processes across the organisation.

- Coordinate data collection and validation efforts across multiple business units—including finance, risk, operations, and sustainability—to ensure high-quality inputs for AASB S2 climate-related disclosures.

- Establish robust internal controls and audit trails for all climate-related metrics, scenario analyses, and risk disclosures to guarantee transparency and auditability.

- Support both internal and external assurance processes by providing clear documentation and evidence for climate data and disclosures.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, quantify, and communicate climate-related financial risks and opportunities in line with regulatory requirements covering governance, strategy, risk management, metrics, and targets.

- Work closely with finance teams to integrate climate reporting metrics into financial planning activities such as scenario analysis and valuation impact assessments.

- Contribute to the development of Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions data sets as well as reduction target disclosures required under AASB S2 guidelines.

- Monitor legislative changes in climate disclosure requirements while liaising with regulators, auditors, consultants, and other key stakeholders on all matters related to climate reporting.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by benchmarking disclosures against industry peers, enhancing systems and data processes, supporting team members’ growth in sustainability reporting capability.

What you bring:

- A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Sustainability or a related discipline is essential for success in this role as it provides foundational knowledge required for complex reporting tasks.

- Demonstrated experience preparing sustainability-related financial disclosures—whether through direct reporting roles or policy development—ensures you can deliver high-quality outputs from day one.

- Strong knowledge of relevant sustainability reporting standards (such as AASB S2 or TCFD) enables you to interpret regulatory requirements accurately when preparing disclosures.

- A deep understanding of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions accounting along with familiarity with climate risk assessment methodologies allows you to contribute meaningfully to emissions data development.

- Excellent analytical skills combined with clear communication abilities mean you can translate technical content into actionable insights for diverse audiences.

- Proven stakeholder engagement skills ensure effective collaboration across finance teams as well as external parties like auditors or regulators.

- Ability to work independently while driving continuous improvement initiatives demonstrates your commitment to enhancing organisational capability in sustainability reporting.

- Advanced proficiency using Power BI, Microsoft Office Suite, and large datasets supports efficient data management throughout the reporting cycle.

- CA/CPA or other professional accounting qualifications are highly desirable as they further validate your technical expertise within regulated environments.

- Experience using sustainability data management tools or specialist reporting software would be advantageous for streamlining complex workflows.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to upholding financial integrity while embracing progressive approaches towards sustainability. Employees benefit from a genuinely inclusive culture where values such as empathy and excellence are lived every day—creating an environment where everyone feels supported in their professional journey. The company’s hybrid working model empowers staff members with flexibility over how they manage their time between home and office locations—a testament to its belief in work‑life balance. Ongoing training opportunities ensure that employees remain at the cutting edge of industry developments while generous remuneration packages reflect recognition of individual contributions. As part of a collaborative network spanning finance, risk management, operations, and sustainability disciplines—you’ll have access to knowledgeable colleagues who share your dedication towards making a positive impact on society through responsible business practices. Whether you’re looking for personal growth or simply want your work to matter on a larger scale—this is an employer that truly values what each person brings to the table.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Cole Morgan on 02 8289 3151 for a confidential discussion.

About the job

Contract Type: Contract

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Finance Manager

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: AUD690 - AUD706 per day + Super

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Sydney CBD

Job Reference: S67CWW-79D2C612

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