FORVIS

As a Consultant with the Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) Consulting & Advisory Services group, you will be embarking on an opportunity to engage in and support innovative ESG solutions for a growing client base. You will work with a team to establish ESG data and content collection, engage in validation processes for various stakeholder groups, and generate ESG metrics, reporting, and other communications. This is an emerging, high-growth business initiative with high visibility. We are seeking a high achiever who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys collaboration and building solutions with other groups to be a trusted advisor to our clients in an evolving market space.

How you will contribute:

·        Coordinating with clients, co-workers, and partners for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) program implementation and reporting

·        Collaborating in establishing data-driven ESG goals, milestones, and metrics as applicable for the client’s organization

·        Performing sustainability-related assurance procedures such as evaluating and testing processes and related controls

·        Supporting corporate reporting in line with recognized ESG standards and frameworks such as GHG Protocol, TCFD, GRI, SASB, CDP

·        Participating in client meetings and assisting in the preparation of reports

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

·        Project management capabilities include the ability to bring qualitative thinking and quantitative analysis to problem-solving

·        Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team and environment

·        Excellent written and oral communication skills

·        Strong problem solving and analytical skills

·        Experience working independently on multiple assignments or engagements, even in a virtual environment

·        Experience with leading teams and project management including budget analysis, status reporting, and issue management preferred

Minimum Qualifications:

·        An undergraduate degree in accounting or a related business discipline with a focus on sustainability, climate, and ESG preferred

·        Familiarity with ESG rating firms, criteria, submission processes, and advocacy

·        Experience with assurance activities evaluating or implementing internal audit and/or enterprise risk solutions

·        Knowledge of SASB, TCFD, GRI, and CDP disclosure frameworks and standards

Preferred Qualifications:

·        CPA License

·        Understanding of or experience with ESG information services, such as Bloomberg, ISS, Data Maran, or S&P Global