AddressAbout BDO
BDO is a member of BDO International Pty Ltd, a worldwide network of public accounting firms. Our global organisation extends across 164 countries and territories, with 95,414 people working out of 1,713 offices all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service.
BDO Australia has one of the largest technical accounting divisions in the country, with several of its team members also forming part of BDO International’s global IFRS team. As a member of the Global Public Policy Committee and via our extensive global network, BDO is at the forefront of IFRS reporting and implementation.
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About the team
Our specialised team is focused on the provision of carbon accounting services, preparation of voluntary and mandatory sustainability reporting and the development of sustainability strategy and decarbonisation strategy to existing and new BDO clients. As IFRS sustainability disclosure standards and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol continue to change and challenge the industry, our team is expanding and continuing to uncover new opportunities and new ways to assist clients.
Current opportunity
This role will assist the Sustainability and IFRS & Corporate Reporting team in Melbourne to deliver engagements around carbon accounting (the measurement of an organisation’s carbon footprint), voluntary and mandatory sustainability reporting, and sustainability strategy and transformation (including decarbonisation strategies).
This is a client-facing consulting role which requires the application of technical accounting and carbon emissions measurement principles, ESG strategy and related ESG service delivery that will include coordination of other BDO service lines e.g. corporate finance, audit.
This role offers a great variety of work, autonomy, client contact and direct Partner interaction and coaching.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Measure carbon footprint for clients, including boundary setting and basis of preparation.
- Assist with the development of decarbonisation strategies, including target setting.
- Preparation of gap analysis re TCFD recommendations, IFRS S1 and IFRS 2.
- Preparation of voluntary and mandatory sustainability reports.
- Advise clients from a range of sectors on value-creating sustainable solutions.
- Execute advisory services, including ESG strategy, materiality, roadmap development, transformation etc.
- Work with the team to develop client strategies and execute bespoke solutions to address client ESG opportunities and challenges.
- Liaise with senior stakeholders and clients to ensure objectives are met and risks are mitigated.
- Understand and apply the firm’s quality and professional delivery standards required to deliver assurance services.
- Develop externally facing material about the ESG practice (e.g. articles, presentations) and contribute to capability building internally through the development of tools and training where there is capacity.
What you’ll need to succeed
The ideal candidate is passionate about working with clients around their sustainability goals and has a strong desire to work in the ESG sector. Your generalist consulting experience across multiple sectors and engagement types and gained within any of the leading professional services firm would be highly regarded.
Your skills & attributes:
- Attainment or working towards your CA or CPA or any relevant tertiary qualification/s in a related discipline.
- Sound experience working in an accounting or assurance role.
- Demonstrable experience in ESG/sustainability including reporting frameworks and executing solutions for clients in response to ESG-related challenges will be highly desirable.
- Knowledge and practical experience in consulting and project management in relation to transformation, strategy, and business operations.
- Strong research and presentation capabilities.
- Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with a self-motivated approach to the role
What we will offer you
BDO offers professional development, collaborative culture, workplace flexibility, global career growth opportunities and an industry-competitive salary package.
Some of the benefits our employees enjoy include:
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives - We offer a range of health-focused services and benefits to support you to reach your peak potential in all aspects of life.
- Financial - We are committed to providing financial support to enhance your financial security and contribute to your overall wellbeing.
- Career Opportunities - Domestic & International Secondment
- Leave benefits - We understand the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance, which is why our leave benefits go beyond the ordinary.
- Lifestyle & Community – team bonding & social events, free daily breakfast, ‘dress for your day’
- Learning & Development - we prioritise your personal and professional development, providing access to a diverse range of learning experiences to support your growth journey.
We are committed to building your technical, advisory, leadership, and management skills, and balance work with promoting health, wellbeing, workplace giving and social activities. At BDO, we want you to enjoy what you do and the community of colleagues and clients you work with.
As a firm, we embrace an inclusive culture and value the difference and unique perspective of every individual. We are proud to be named an Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia (DCA).
For immediate consideration please click Apply or for further information please contact Maria Aniceto from our Talent Acquisition team via email *************@bdo.com.au. Learn more what we offer at BDO.
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