Position Description The Sustainability Reporting Analyst plays a pivotal role in the organisation's sustainability efforts by supporting the Reporting Manager in the accurate and prompt reporting of sustainability performance from Business Units and at Group Level.
With a focus on transparency, compliance, and effective communication, the analyst ensures that sustainability data is collected, analysed, and reported in a timely manner.
This role is essential in driving the ESBs commitment to sustainability and fostering positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities Design/Update/Maintain Data and Reporting Processes Develop and refine processes for collecting, analysing, and reporting sustainability data Ensure appropriate control activities in place including sign off's Stay updated on best practices and emerging standards Collect and Consolidate Sustainability Data/Metrics Gather and consolidate data related to sustainability factors Ensure accuracy and completeness of data sets Produce Reporting Packages Prepare regular and ad-hoc sustainability reports for various reporting periods including annual sustainability report Present data in a clear and understandable format Manage Reporting Process Run end-to-end reporting process, ensuring timelines are met and data quality is maintained Work with BU sustainability leads across the group to meet national sustainability targets and stated corporate environmental goals Reporting Governance Implement and adhere to reporting governance frameworks, ensuring consistency and compliance with relevant standards and regulations Engage with External and Internal Auditors Collaborate with auditors to provide necessary information and ensure the accuracy and reliability of sustainability data Supporting Assurance and Information Exchange Requests Assist with assurance and information exchange requests, providing data and information as needed Perform Pre-Assurance Activities Conduct pre-assurance activities to ensure that sustainability data is prepared for external assurance processes AD Hoc projectsas required Experience and Qualifications Essential Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) 2+ years PQE reporting experience Skilled in data collection, able to gather, record, and organize information from various sources Detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy in sustainability data collection and reporting, coupled with continuous improvement mindset Strong governance experience Proficient in performance analysis, including analysing ESG performance data, identifying trends, variances, and insights, and providing meaningful commentaries Good quantitative skills, capable of working with metrics, measurements, and KPIs Desirable Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks Location This position is based in ESB Head Office, 27 Lower Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin 2.
ESB is committed to smart working - combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working.
The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week.
All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.
Reporting To This role reports to the Sustainability Reporting & Governance Manager.
Why Work with Us?
Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition tonet zero carbon future Progressive, hybrid working model Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities Sports and Social Clubs Networking opportunities Credit Union Generous Pension Access to staff well-being programmes Generous parental leave entitlements Strong values-based and inclusive culture Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion Great team environment working to our
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Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted Salary €57,900 - €68,000 depending on experience Closing Date 18th February 2025 Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page.
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