GHG Accounting Analyst - Net Zero & Sustainability

cw; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time away

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Senior Analyst, Sustainability Advisory to lead end-to-end GHG accounting for our operations and value chain, ensuring data integrity and alignment with global standards.

You will manage data collection, emissions calculations, and reporting using Excel and GHG platforms, partnering with Controllership, Procurement, and Sustainability teams to improve data coverage and drive decarbonization insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, sustainability, engineering, finance, or related field; Master's degree or equivalent preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in GHG accounting, sustainability analytics, ESG reporting, or similar role
• Strong understanding of GHG Protocol, Scope 1/2/3 accounting, and emissions calculation methodologies
• Hands-on proficiency with GHG accounting platforms and Excel-based models to build data models, templates, and reporting dashboards
• Experience working with large datasets, data validation, and audit processes
• Support implementation and optimization of new sustainability data systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, data modeling, analysis); experience with Power BI or similar tools is a plus
• High attention to detail and strong data accuracy mindset
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex datasets
• Strong organizational and process management capabilities
• Effective communication skills with ability to translate technical data into insights
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global, cross-functional environment
• Continuous improvement mindset with focus on efficiency and scalability

Responsibilities

• Own and execute enterprise-wide GHG accounting processes across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
• Collect, validate, and organize activity data from internal stakeholders and third-party sources
• Perform emissions calculations using standardized methodologies and tools, including Excel and GHG platforms, as applicable
• Maintain and update emission factors, calculation methodologies, and documentation in alignment with GHG Protocol
• Ensure strong data governance, including execution of controls, reconciliations, and audit-ready documentation
• Facilitate and support annual engagement with third-party assurance provider
• Support the design and continuous improvement of GHG accounting systems, tools, and processes
• Conduct quality assurance and data validation to ensure completeness and accuracy of energy and emissions data
• Partner with internal teams (Controllership, Procurement, Corporate Real Estate, Sustainability Services) to improve data quality and coverage, where appropriate
• Analyze emissions data and trends to provide insights that inform decarbonization strategies

Skills

GHG accounting

Data validation

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent and collaborative work

Process improvement

Data governance

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, sustainability, engineering, finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

GHG accounting platforms

Power BI

Data modeling

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Senior Analyst, Sustainability Advisory to lead end-to-end GHG accounting for our operations and value chain, ensuring data integrity and alignment with global standards.

You will manage data collection, emissions calculations, and reporting using Excel and GHG platforms, partnering with Controllership, Procurement, and Sustainability teams to improve data coverage and drive decarbonization insights.