Technical Specialist II, GHG Inventory

SCS Global Services; United States; Remote; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

SCS Global Services is seeking a Technical Specialist II to support verification of greenhouse gas inventories at corporate and entity levels for voluntary and regulatory programs. You will review emissions data, verify methodologies, and communicate with clients to ensure accuracy throughout the audit process.

The role involves site visits, data scrutiny, and preparation of verification reports, with opportunities to work across industries while traveling domestically and internationally as

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, data science or a relevant field is required.
• 4+ years of professional experience in auditing or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally for audits.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access).

Aufgaben

• Assess management practices and documentation of greenhouse gas emissions.
• Perform document review and quantitative analyses, including inventory calculations and models.
• Lead site visits, including interviews with project personnel and field observations.
• Issue verification findings and write audit reports.
• Coordinate with clients to obtain data and respond to questions.
• Maintain current knowledge of program standards and protocols.
• Participate in training and development of the audit team.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Excellent writing

Advanced Excel

MS Office

Travel allowed

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Data Science or relevant field

Master's degree or higher in relevant field

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

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Company Overview

SCS Global Services is a pioneer and leader in the field of sustainability standards and third-party certification, working across the economy in the natural resources, built environment, food and agriculture, consumer products, and climate sectors for over 40 years. As a Benefit Corporation, we are committed to socially and environmentally responsible business practices, and through the application of sound science, we are driving positive change.

Job Overview

SCS Global Services' Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emission Inventory Verification Program has more than 15 years of experience applying rigorous technical standards across diverse industries to GHG verifications in both voluntary and compliance markets. Our team brings deep expertise in sector-specific protocols and complex data analysis, supporting organizations of all sizes, including leading Fortune 500 companies, in Food and Agriculture, Apparel, Manufacturing, Technology, Airlines, Retail, Building Materials, Municipalities, Utilities, and more. The Technical Specialist II, GHG Emission Inventory Verification is responsible for supporting the verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories and emissions reporting at the corporate and entity level for both voluntary frameworks and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include reviewing emissions data and supporting documentation, verifying emission quantification methodologies, conducting site visits, preparing verification reports, and maintaining clear communication with clients to ensure accuracy and transparency in emissions tracking and reporting.

Relevant Standards/Schemes

• California ARB Mandatory Reporting Rule (MRR)
• Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)
• Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
• CORSIA
• Global Reporting Initiative
• The Climate Registry (TCR)
• WRI GHG Protocol
• ISO 14064
• Other GHG accounting approaches

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Auditing

• Assess management practices and documentation of greenhouse gas emissions
• Perform document review and quantitative analyses, including review of inventory calculations, models, and other evidence
• Lead site visit activities, including interviews with project personnel, site reconnaissance activities, and evaluating measurement practices
• Issue verification findings and write audit reports
• Oversee work of contract auditors/consultants
• Complete clear technical audit reports with increasing complexity (e.g. expansive scope, complex industry, standard), including applicable calculations, site visit planning, interpretation of testing results, and research

Client Management

• Direct and coordinate the audit process with clients
• Ensure that clients provide data and information necessary for audit
• Respond to client questions and concerns
• Ensure high level of customer service and client satisfaction
• Manage a more complex/diverse portfolio of audits concurrently

Quality Management

• Maintain thorough and current working knowledge of program standards and protocols
• Recommend and implement program changes as needed to maintain SCS global Services’ compliance with ISO quality standards and/or scheme requirements
• Participate in the internal and external audit process as needed
• Lead in developing quality templates

Auditor Training

• Participate in the training of staff and contract auditors/consultants, and support the development of program training materials

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Data Science, or a relevant scientific field and
• 4+ years of professional experience in a related field
• Experience in auditing
• Exceptional quantitative and critical thinking skills for evaluating complex data sets (Advanced proficiency)
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills (Advanced proficiency)
• Initiative and ability to work independently; responsive and adaptive to team environment
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Access
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to conduct audits

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in a relevant scientific field and
• 2+ years of professional experience in a related field
• Advanced Excel proficiency and experience using data management systems

The above description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Additional duties outside of normal responsibilities may be required from time to time as assigned.

Working Remotely

SCS Global Services is recruiting all open roles to be remote; allowing our employees the ability to work flexibly and allowing SCS Global Services as a company to diversify the experience and perspectives of our growing workforce. This is a home-office based role and may include travel with local, domestic, and/or international trips. Details will be clarified during the recruitment process.

Estimated Annual Salary

$70,000 - $95,000

EEOC Statement

SCS Global Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SCS Global Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.