Senior Consulting Analyst, ESG (Workiva)

Clearsulting; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Retirement plans

Flexible work environment

Cell phone reimbursement

Mental health apps

Life insurance and disability coverage

Bonuses

Job summary

Clearsulting is seeking a Senior Consulting Analyst, ESG (Workiva) to help deliver ESG implementation engagements, including requirements gathering, design, testing, and deployment activities.

You will collaborate with clients and project teams to document business processes, define reporting requirements, and support ESG reporting initiatives, while developing deliverables, such as functional docs, status updates, testing materials, and training resources.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of consulting, ESG reporting, financial reporting, compliance, technology implementation, or related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Sustainability, Information Systems, or related field.
• Experience with Workiva, ESG, GRC, or Financial Reporting solutions.
• Experience supporting one or more full lifecycle system implementations.
• Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks and standards (GRI, SASB, ISSB, CSRD/ESRS, TCFD).
• Familiarity with ESG disclosure questionnaires (CDP, EcoVadis, S&P Global CSA, MSCI, Sustainalytics).
• SDLC methodologies including requirements gathering, testing, training, deployment.
• Experience tracking project milestones and stakeholder communications.
• Exposure to sustainability reporting, ESG programs, governance, risk and compliance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support ESG implementation engagements with requirements gathering, design, testing, and deployment activities.
• Collaborate with clients and project team members to document business processes and reporting requirements for ESG.
• Develop project deliverables including functional documentation, status reports, testing materials, and training resources.
• Assist in conducting client workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder meetings to gather information and communicate updates.
• Monitor project milestones, manage assigned workstreams, and identify risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Research evolving ESG regulations, reporting standards, and industry trends to support client recommendations and execution.
• Stay informed on Workiva capabilities, enhancements, and certification requirements to effectively support client implementations.

Skills

ESG reporting

Workiva

Consulting

Financial reporting

SDLC

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Workiva platform

Job description

Role:

Senior Consulting Analyst, ESG (Workiva)

Location:

• Clearsulting is headquartered in Cleveland, OH, with additional offices located in Chicago, IL; Columbus, OH; and Dallas, TX. Other cities are welcome remotely.
• Office Options: Hybrid or Remote. Team members residing within a 45 minute commuting radius of a Clearsulting office, we expect 8 days of in-person work per month, allowing flexibility choosing these days to accommodate client meetings, team syncs and individual schedules.
• Travel Expectations: Up to 20%

What you'll do

• Support the delivery of ESG implementation engagements by assisting with requirements gathering, solution design, testing, and deployment activities.

• Collaborate with clients and project team members to document business processes, identify reporting requirements, and support ESG reporting initiatives.

• Develop project deliverables, including functional documentation, status reports, testing materials, and training resources.

• Assist in conducting client workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder meetings to gather information and communicate project updates.

• Monitor project milestones, manage assigned workstreams, and proactively identify risks, issues, and dependencies.

• Research evolving ESG regulations, reporting standards, and industry trends to support client recommendations and project execution.

• Stay informed on Workiva platform capabilities, enhancements, and certification requirements to effectively support client implementations.

What You'll Bring:

• 3+years of consulting, ESG reporting, financial reporting, compliance, technology implementation, or related experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Sustainability, Information Systems, or related field.

• Experience with Workiva, particularly ESG, GRC, or Financial Reporting solutions.

• Experience supporting one or more full lifecycle system implementations.

• Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks and standards, including GRI, SASB Standards, ISSB, CSRD/ESRS, TCFD, or similar frameworks.

• Familiarity supporting ESG disclosure questionnaires and reporting programs, such as CDP, EcoVadis, S&P Global CSA, MSCI, Sustainalytics, or similar sustainability assessments

• Understanding of System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, including requirements gathering, testing, training, and deployment activities.

• Experience tracking project milestones, managing action items, and supporting stakeholder communications.

• Exposure to sustainability reporting, ESG programs, governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, or regulatory reporting requirements.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored visa support.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients and internal teams.
• Workiva certifications or related ESG, sustainability, business analysis, or project management certifications

Benefits that Benefit You:

We want to cultivate a thriving culture and company and we know that your health and well-being matter. We offer a benefits package and perks for our team members that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement plans
• Flexible work environment
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Access to mental health apps
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Opportunities for ad hoc bonuses

Excited about what we're doing but don't fit every requirement? No problem! At Clearsulting, we're forward-thinkers on a mission to redefine consulting excellence. We're all about diversity and inclusion, committed to assembling teams that mirror the world around us. So, if you're passionate about our mission, you could be the perfect fit for this role or another within our dynamic team.

Learn more about Clearsulting by visiting https://www.clearsulting.com/careers/culture/

The compensation range for this position is $84,000-$110,00 USD. We are committed to ensuring our offers reflect the value each candidate brings to the role. Final salary placement will be based on upon several factors, including, level of expertise, relevant work experience, technology certifications, educational background, geography and alignment with industry standards. This role is eligible for our bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Clearsulting is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without discrimination on any basis protected by applicable local and statutory law.

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