Senior - ESG Audit

Job Title: Senior Associate - ESG Assurance

Overview:

KPMG is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Associate for our ESG Assurance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in planning, executing, and completing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) assurance engagements. This role involves working closely with clients to verify and ensure the accuracy of their ESG-related data, including greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, sustainability metrics, and compliance with relevant standards and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

1. ESG Assurance Engagements:

•    Plan, execute, and complete ESG assurance engagements in accordance with ISAE 3000 and ISAE 3410 standards.
•    Collaborate with clients to understand their ESG reporting processes and systems.

2. Data Assessment and Verification:

•    Assess and verify client data related to GHG emissions, sustainability metrics, and other ESG-related information.
•    Ensure data accuracy and reliability through detailed analysis and verification processes.

3. GHG Protocol Application:

•    Apply the GHG Protocols, including Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standards, to evaluate clients' emissions data.
•    Provide guidance to clients on improving their GHG accounting practices.

4. Sustainability Reporting Compliance:

•    Ensure compliance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards for sustainability reporting.
•    Assist clients in enhancing their sustainability reporting frameworks to meet GRI requirements.

5. Green Finance Framework Evaluation:

•    Evaluate green finance frameworks and provide assurance on compliance with the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) guidelines.
•    Advise clients on best practices for green finance and sustainable investment reporting.

6. Financed Emissions Assessment:

•    Assess financed emissions in line with the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) guidelines.
•    Work with financial institutions to accurately measure and report their financed emissions.

7. IFRS and ISSB Expertise:

•    Utilize IFRS and ISSB related experience to deliver high-quality engagements.
•    Provide insights and recommendations based on the latest developments in IFRS and ISSB standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CA, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in ESG assurance, sustainability reporting, or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of ISAE 3000, ISAE 3410, GHG Protocols, GRI standards, ICMA guidelines, and PCAF guidelines.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for data analysis and reporting.