Grant Thornton Australia is a member firm of the Grant Thornton global network - one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms.In Australia, we're proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.About this roleOur Sustainability Reporting team works proactively with our business and our clients in the application of Sustainability Reporting standards, including the draft Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS), IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, and other associated local and international legal and regulatory requirements.The team supports client-facing teams from multiple parts of the business, helping to work through complex technical Sustainability Reporting issues, develop and provide training to teams on new developments and common issues, develop publications for internal and external use, and assist teams in reviewing sustainability reports and client deliverables for technical compliance.Your role:
- Draft internal publications, and assist in drafting external publications in relation to Sustainability Reporting issues;
- Assist in the development and delivery of technical training or tools based on business and client needs;
- Conduct research and analysis of the application of current and/or proposed Sustainability Reporting standards, legislation or regulations to specific scenarios;
- Assist in the drafting of technical Sustainability Reporting papers for discussion by the local or global SME groups relating to areas where there is limited technical guidance;
- Assist in undertaking pre-issuance reviews of sustainability reports for compliance with disclosure and Sustainability Reporting requirements.
- Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills - with the capability to independently analyse and interpret complex information, and suggest potential solutions with your rationale;
- Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail - with the capability to independently prepare high-quality deliverables and present to leadership for review.
- Deep interest in Sustainability Reporting, and its continued development locally and internationally.
- Naturally inquisitive and actively seek out opportunities for growth, and for continuous learning and technical development;
- A collaborative team player willing to be challenged, share ideas, and learn together.
- Experience in developing technical training and/or delivery and facilitation of training in a technical field, such as accounting, law, or sciences.
- Experience in research or technical analysis of standards, legislation, contracts, policy or similar.
- Experience in writing technical articles, memorandums or other guidance.
- Experience in sustainability, climate change, or related advisory or consultancy.
- Experience in carbon emissions accounting, climate-related risk and opportunity assessment, or climate-related scenario analysis.
- Balance work from home with collaborative team connection days
- Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts
- Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave | paid secondary carers leave
- Diverse and inclusive firm culture
- And many more!
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