ESG Reporting Manager at KPMG

Job Description

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KPMG is a professional service company, being one of the Big Four auditors, along with Deloitte, EY and PwC. Seated in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, KPMG employs , people and has three lines of services: audit, tax, and advisory.

Key roles and responsibilities

Manage Engagements.

Plan and support execution of work across a range of ESG advisory services, from transformation to reporting. Lead and/or facilitate workshops and trainings. Report writing and review of reports. Project Management to ensure seamless communication between all stakeholders and effective financial administration on engagements.

Business Development

Develop and support in business development initiatives. Lead in business development through writing proposals and client presentations. Collaborate with other Business Units to identify cross functional business opportunities. Keep up to date on industry trends, reporting frameworks and regulations and standards such as TCFD, ISSB, GRI among others.

Team Development

Provide technical knowledge, direction and training to the engagement team for the delivery of quality deliverables. As a performance manager you will manage, develop, motivate and coach teams to achieve their potential.

Risk Management

Ensure % compliance to Quality and Risk Management Policies, Standards and Procedures

Other business support tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications and experience 

A Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Social Sciences or a Business-related course from a reputable university. A Masters in the relevant field is an added advantage. Professional certification in Sustainability reporting such as GRI Certification is desirable. At least 8 years’ experience of managing the process of and delivering on sustainability reporting within or for a organisation. Working knowledge of ESG reporting frameworks such as the GRI standards, Integrated Reporting (IR) Framework, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol and (Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Environment, Social and Governance Audit experience will be an added advantage. Experience in Financial Services, Public Sector and Not for Profit Organisations

Skills and attributes 

Socially confident and able to create a strong presence with clients and the KPMG team. A strong sense of responsibility and ownership, with the ability to work independently and to pursue tasks through to completion with energy, initiative and enthusiasm. Sharp, proactive, pragmatic and resilient. Demonstrate flexibility and ability to multitask while working in a dynamic and varied environment to ensure effective delivery of competing priorities to meet targets and objectives. Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem solving. Able to undertake and analyse complex issues and challenges, evaluate options and make recommendations with clear supporting rationale. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage, build networks and relationships across key stakeholders and internal clients. A strong team player who is able to work collaboratively to deliver projects and tasks effectively. Strong written and verbal business communication skills with the ability to present information in a clear and effective manner. Excellent report-writing, presentation, and project management skills. Can-do attitude, ability to work without supervision focusing on implementation and driving change effectively. Willingness to travel as required by client commitments and the firm.