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Dublin, Ireland Grant Thornton Ireland Full time

Manager / Associate Director – Sustainability Reporting Technical

Apply locations Dublin Kildare Limerick Cork Galway time type Full time posted on Posted 20 Days Ago job requisition id JR7162

Manager / Associate Director – Sustainability Reporting Technical

Department: Audit and Assurance

Sub-Team: Sustainability Technical – Sustainability Reporting

Location: Any of Grant Thornton Ireland’s Offices

Reports to: Head of Sustainability Technical

We Are Grant Thornton

At Grant Thornton, we go beyond business as usual, so you can too. With nearly 3,000 people in 9 offices across Ireland, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar, and Bermuda, and a presence in over 145 countries globally, we bring together local knowledge and national expertise, backed by a global network of over 68,000 professionals.

As trusted advisors, we build relationships that empower businesses to thrive—whether it’s working with the public sector to build strong communities, partnering with financial institutions to build trust, or supporting businesses across industries to achieve their goals. At Grant Thornton Ireland, we don’t just predict your future, we build it.

About the Position

We are seeking a dynamic Manager / Associate Director to join our Sustainability Technical team, focusing on Sustainability Reporting. You will work with sustainability reporting standards, including the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), ISSB Standards, GRI Standards, and other relevant frameworks. Your position will involve developing technical resources and guidance to support sustainability reporting and to provide ongoing support to engagement teams.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about sustainability, thrives in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory environment and enjoys being part of a high-performing team. You will be a key player in fostering strong relationships across the firm and ensuring the consistent delivery of quality audit work.

Responsibilities

Technical Competence

- Expertise in sustainability reporting standards and frameworks: Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of relevant sustainability reporting standards (e.g. ESRS, IFRS S1 and S2, TCFD, GRI).
- Regulatory Awareness: Stay up to date with emerging trends, regulations, and technologies in sustainability reporting.
- Guidance Development: Draft technical guidance, templates, and examples to support engagement teams in delivering high-quality, consistent sustainability assurance engagements.
- Collaborative Approach: Work with subject matter experts and stakeholders across the firm to ensure a unified approach to sustainability reporting.

Training and Presentations

- Content Development: Prepare training materials for engagement teams focusing on key sustainability disclosures.
- Knowledge Sharing: Regularly update internal teams on new developments in sustainability reporting and present complex topics in an understandable manner.

Technical Consultations

- Engagement Support: Provide comprehensive, end-to-end technical support to teams performing sustainability assurance engagements.
- Problem Solving: Research complex sustainability issues and provide practical solutions to audit and assurance teams.

Collaboration and Team Development

- Relationship Building: Foster and maintain strong relationships with audit teams and other departments, ensuring smooth collaboration.
- Mentorship: Coach and mentor junior staff, ensuring high-quality work and team development.

Required Skills and Experience

- A Qualified Accountant - e.g. ACA, ACCA, CPA qualified. Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in practice or industry.
- Understanding or awareness of Sustainability reporting frameworks and standards, e.g. ESRS, IFRS S1 and S2, TCFD, GRI.
- Detailed knowledge of financial reporting framework, preferably IFRS, IFRS as adopted by the EU, UK-adopted International Accounting Standards.
- Knowledge of sustainability- and corporate reporting environments and the interconnectivity with financial reporting.
- Desire to be part of a high performing team covering a range of sustainability matters, in a dynamic, challenging environment.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Good communications skills, both written and verbal.
- Comfort and ability in presenting complex topics.
- Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS SharePoint etc.
- Ability to work on your own initiative.
- Ability to foster, maintain and grow relationships across key stakeholders.

Grow with Us

At Grant Thornton, we value fresh thinking, collaboration, and diversity. You will join a firm where your authentic self is valued, and your experience is respected. We are committed to fostering a work culture that encourages inclusivity, growth, and flexibility. Whether you're presenting complex sustainability topics or developing new technical guidance, we will support your development and celebrate your contributions.

Life at Grant Thornton

At Grant Thornton, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We work hard to ensure our teams feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. You will be part of an inclusive and collaborative work environment, with the opportunity to deepen your skills and expertise, and the freedom to shape your own career.

Rewards and Benefits

Our rewards and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. From competitive salary packages to health and wellness benefits, we provide everything you need to succeed. We also recognize and celebrate achievements through our Shout Out recognition scheme, whether it’s for a job well done, going above and beyond, or simply saying thank you.

Inclusion and Diversity

We believe that everyone should feel included and valued for their unique perspectives. Diversity of thought, background, and experience improves decision-making and helps us meet the needs of our clients. At Grant Thornton, we are committed to building a culture where you can bring your authentic self to work and be at your best.

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