Senior Manager, Accounting Policy & Advisory- Sustainability

Investment Management Corporation of Ontario; Old Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager for Accounting Policy & Advisory with a focus on sustainability. This dynamic role involves developing an internal control framework for sustainability reporting, enhancing financial reporting models, and ensuring compliance with international standards. The ideal candidate will possess a CPA designation and have over 8 years of experience in asset management or financial services. Join a collaborative and motivated team dedicated to driving strategic business outcomes while fostering a culture of growth and development. This role offers exciting opportunities to make a significant impact in the realm of sustainability reporting.

Benefits

Flexible Work Model

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in asset management or financial services.
• Strong skills in accounting policy and sustainability reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal control framework for sustainability reporting.
• Monitor sustainability standards and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on sustainability reporting.

Skills

Accounting Policy

Sustainability Reporting

Internal Control Framework

Communication Skills

Research and Analytical Skills

Education

CPA Designation

Tools

Sustainability Standards (ISSB/CSSB)

Job description

Senior Manager, Accounting Policy & Advisory- Sustainability

Apply locations Toronto - 16 York St time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R24-204

At IMCO, our talent is among the best! IMCO offers a uniquely stimulating and rewarding environment where you can help build and drive organizational transformation, all while seeking to challenge yourself, learn, and grow your career.

We offer a culture of collaboration and passion, creating unwavering value for the clients we serve. Our vision is to be the partner of choice for Ontario’s public sector funds and build a high-performing, value-based Asset Management firm in the heart of downtown Toronto.

If you are ready to drive best-in-class service, and join a collaborative, motivated, and fun team of professionals, we’re ready to offer you a great place to work with exciting opportunities for growth and development.

If you want to use your expertise to drive strategic business outcomes, then we want you at IMCO!

IMCO is looking for a highly motivated Senior Manager, Accounting Policy & Advisory- Sustainability to join our team!

This is a 12 month contract position.

The Senior Manager, Accounting Policy & Advisory- Sustainability will be responsible for the development of an internal control framework supporting sustainability reporting and the research, review and monitoring of sustainability standards. This role will extend our current “best in class” financial reporting model to enhance our sustainability reporting function.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Financial Reporting and Policy, the ideal candidate will have strong internal control background and accounting policy skills, preferably with investment products and proven experience in supporting sustainability reporting and policy review from a Finance perspective. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, possess strong communication skills and be able to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Review and monitor sustainability standards including those from the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) and the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) standards.
• Determine applicable disclosure requirements from the ISSB/CSSB and develop processes that ensure disclosures are complete and accurate.
• Perform benchmarking reviews of sustainability disclosures to ensure IMCO is implementing industry best practices and recommend improvements.
• Participate in the preparation of implementation white papers and policies to document our position on applicable sustainability standards.
• Develop the internal control framework for sustainability reporting using best practices from Finance’s financial reporting framework. Develop and conduct training sessions on required internal controls.
• Liaise with external auditors in the coordination and execution of the assurance process on our emissions reporting.
• Provide oversight and controls over sustainability disclosures related to IMCO’s annual report and sustainability report.
• Be a subject matter expert in sustainability reporting and participate in preparing educational materials for key stakeholders.
• Provide input to the governance of sustainability reporting and prepare materials for stakeholders (including management and board levels).
• Prepare and/or review applicable process documentation supporting the development of the internal control framework.
• Partner with the Sustainable Investing team to provide finance support on the sustainable investing strategic project.
• Other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• A professional accounting designation (i.e., CPA) in good standing from a recognized accountancy body.
• 8+ years of related industry experience (preferably in asset management or financial services industry).
• Strong accounting policy skills with proven experience in the implementation of new accounting standards.
• Experience in developing and documenting sustainability reporting policies and procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), PCAF (Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials), evolving ISSB and other sustainability and climate-related reporting frameworks.
• Positive interpersonal skills and strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to foster effective working relationships internally across the organization and externally.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to change while staying focused on key objectives.
• The ability to grasp and translate technical concepts, to think independently, and to take the initiative required to present alternatives to resolve issues.
• Strong service orientation with a demonstrated ability to forge relationships with internal and external partners.
• Strong research and analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and business judgement.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills and the ability to communicate with a broad stakeholder group.
• Team player who enjoys a collaborative environment and high-performance culture.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our hybrid work model offers flexibility and provides our employees with the opportunity to lead a well-balanced life. Our Corporation’s offices located at 16 York Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, ON M5J 0E6 provide a welcoming space for employees to gather, work collaboratively, and grow together.

IMCO is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities in its recruitment process. Please advise IMCO if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs. Candidates being considered for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.