Finance Reporting Specialist

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ESG Finance Reporting Specialist to join their Group Finance team. This pivotal role involves overseeing ESG financial reporting, ensuring compliance with external standards, and collaborating with various departments to enhance sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial reporting and a passion for ESG, bringing innovative solutions to the evolving landscape of sustainable finance. If you are a qualified accountant eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this role offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in medium to large-scale environments.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate ESG factors through financial lenses.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ESG financial reporting process in line with external standards.
• Collaborate with Sustainability and Finance teams for robust reporting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of IFRS Reporting Standards

Understanding of ESG Reporting Standards

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

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The ESG Finance Reporting Specialist will be a key member of the Group Finance team, reporting directly to the Group Reporting Manager. They will oversee the ESG financial reporting process, working closely with the Sustainability team and other stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, in line with external standards.
They will also drive operational excellence in the ESG reporting process, collaborating with the Sustainability and Finance teams to develop a robust finance reporting model and monitor the evolving landscape to ensure the Group’s reporting keeps pace with required standards and best practices.

THE ROLE

The ESG Finance Reporting Specialist will be a key member of the Group Finance team, reporting directly to the Group Reporting Manager. They will oversee the ESG financial reporting process, working closely with the Sustainability team and other stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, in line with external standards.
They will also drive operational excellence in the ESG reporting process, collaborating with the Sustainability and Finance teams to develop a robust finance reporting model and monitor the evolving landscape to ensure the Group’s reporting remains compliant with standards and best practices.

OPPORTUNITIES

• You will support the overall ESG and taxonomy approach for the Group and ensure accurate ESG financial reporting which complies with external standards and regulatory frameworks
• You will work with the Sustainability team to design a robust ESG reporting data model that seamlessly integrates financial data for comprehensive and transparent reporting
• You will collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders across departments (e.g., Finance, SaaS/Cloud, Procurement, Risk, Operations) to ensure alignment on ESG initiatives
• You will monitor the evolving landscape of ESG reporting standards and stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in sustainable finance, proactively proposing new strategies and innovations
• You will support the development and implementation of the Group’s climate transition plan, developing and monitoring metrics and targets for climate-related impacts on our business
• You will work closely with the Head of Group Reporting and Group Financial Reporting Manager on any other ad hoc activities and projects

SKILLS

• You should be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) preferred, with experience working in medium to large-scale environments
• You should have strong analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate quantitative and qualitative ESG factors through both financial and sustainability lenses
• You should have problem-solving skills to identify solutions that align with financial and ethical objectives
• You should have effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex sustainability information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences
• You should be a team player, building relationships with relevant teams and stakeholders across the organization
• You should be open to innovation and adaptable to changing sustainability trends and updates / keen to develop in the ESG reporting environment
• You should have up-to-date knowledge of IFRS reporting standards and experience in financial reporting
• You should have a strong understanding of evolving ESG reporting standards (ESRS, ISSB, IFRS) and regulatory frameworks like the EU Taxonomy

VALUES

• Care: about Temenos’s ESG function
• Commit: to providing the function with world-class financial support
• Collaborate: with senior leaders across the organization
• Challenge: the status quo!