Reporting Specialist (contract)
Airbnb, New York, NY, United States
Location
Candidates in EST zone preferred.
Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Temporary Reporting Specialist (with a focus on ESG Accounting and statutory reporting) to cover a period of planned leave within our Finance department. This role will be critical in ensuring the accurate measurement, reporting, and analysis of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data for internal and external stakeholders, including compliance with emerging regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles combined with a foundational understanding of ESG frameworks and metrics, particularly greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions measurement and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Sustainability Data Management and Statutory Reporting
GHG Emissions Measurement
Collaborate with teams to collect data for measuring GHG Emissions.
Master 3rd party GHG emissions calculation software.
Coordinate with external auditors for organized GHG emissions assurance, enforcing deadlines.
Assist in documenting and streamlining existing GHG data collection processes and controls.
Partner with Sustainability team to monitor commitments to reduce corporate emissions.
Sustainability
Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding data submission and clarification on ESG metrics.
Ensure accuracy of ESG data in internal systems/spreadsheets.
Aid in preparing voluntary and mandatory ESG reports with Sustainability and Legal, and manage filings where relevant.
Support integrating ESG data into financial reporting and internal controls.
Collect, validate, and manage all non-GHG ESG data. Improve GHG emissions data collection and measurement processes.
Partner with Legal, Sustainability, and Risk teams to implement enterprise-wide processes for identifying, measuring, and reporting on climate-related risks.
Statutory
Lead Statutory Reporting intake, providing info for new entities or operational accounting changes.
Drive Workiva process improvements and automation.
Partner with Statutory Reporting POCs on ERP management of statutory ledgers.
Review audit engagement letters, financial statements, and footnotes.
Review and approve statutory journal entries and reconciliations.
Collaborate with legal and tax to identify audit-significant issues.
Compliance and Analysis
Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant Sustainability accounting and reporting standards (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, GHG Protocol) and forthcoming regulatory requirements.
Help prepare documentation for assurance of ESG data.
Support internal reviews and gap analyses of current ESG disclosures.
Partner with Legal and Sustainability teams to draft disclosures using our reporting platform, Workiva.
Required Experience And Skills
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, or sustainability reporting.
Proven understanding of general accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
Familiarity with major Sustainability reporting frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD).
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data manipulation, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Skills
Experience working with large datasets or specialized Sustainability reporting software.
CPA/CA or relevant professional certification (e.g., FSA, SASB credential).
Strong proficiency with Workiva.
Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Belonging & Accommodations All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application and recruiting process, please connect with your talent sourcing partner.
Compensation & Benefits Pay Rate Range: $40-$53 per hour. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K.
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Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Temporary Reporting Specialist (with a focus on ESG Accounting and statutory reporting) to cover a period of planned leave within our Finance department. This role will be critical in ensuring the accurate measurement, reporting, and analysis of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data for internal and external stakeholders, including compliance with emerging regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles combined with a foundational understanding of ESG frameworks and metrics, particularly greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions measurement and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Sustainability Data Management and Statutory Reporting
GHG Emissions Measurement
Collaborate with teams to collect data for measuring GHG Emissions.
Master 3rd party GHG emissions calculation software.
Coordinate with external auditors for organized GHG emissions assurance, enforcing deadlines.
Assist in documenting and streamlining existing GHG data collection processes and controls.
Partner with Sustainability team to monitor commitments to reduce corporate emissions.
Sustainability
Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding data submission and clarification on ESG metrics.
Ensure accuracy of ESG data in internal systems/spreadsheets.
Aid in preparing voluntary and mandatory ESG reports with Sustainability and Legal, and manage filings where relevant.
Support integrating ESG data into financial reporting and internal controls.
Collect, validate, and manage all non-GHG ESG data. Improve GHG emissions data collection and measurement processes.
Partner with Legal, Sustainability, and Risk teams to implement enterprise-wide processes for identifying, measuring, and reporting on climate-related risks.
Statutory
Lead Statutory Reporting intake, providing info for new entities or operational accounting changes.
Drive Workiva process improvements and automation.
Partner with Statutory Reporting POCs on ERP management of statutory ledgers.
Review audit engagement letters, financial statements, and footnotes.
Review and approve statutory journal entries and reconciliations.
Collaborate with legal and tax to identify audit-significant issues.
Compliance and Analysis
Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant Sustainability accounting and reporting standards (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD, GHG Protocol) and forthcoming regulatory requirements.
Help prepare documentation for assurance of ESG data.
Support internal reviews and gap analyses of current ESG disclosures.
Partner with Legal and Sustainability teams to draft disclosures using our reporting platform, Workiva.
Required Experience And Skills
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, or sustainability reporting.
Proven understanding of general accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
Familiarity with major Sustainability reporting frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD).
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data manipulation, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Skills
Experience working with large datasets or specialized Sustainability reporting software.
CPA/CA or relevant professional certification (e.g., FSA, SASB credential).
Strong proficiency with Workiva.
Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Belonging & Accommodations All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application and recruiting process, please connect with your talent sourcing partner.
Compensation & Benefits Pay Rate Range: $40-$53 per hour. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K.
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