Job Title: Finance Lead - Sustainability

Job Summary: The Finance Lead for our sustainability organization will spearhead initiatives that align financial management with our sustainability goals. The Finance Lead will also play a pivotal role in supporting evolving mandatory sustainability reporting requirements and ensuring our sustainability objectives are met.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Advisory: Lead critical business initiatives working with staff of chief sustainabilitySustainability Reporting: Stay abreast of and ensure compliance with evolving mandatory sustainability reporting requirements and enable working with CFR and business leadersCapital Strategies: Collaborate with business leaders to ensure capital strategies are operationally supported and strategically focused for optimal return on investment aligned with sustainability goals.Financial Analysis: Conduct complex financial analyses to support sustainability initiatives, leveraging in-depth knowledge of business operations to drive effective decision-making.Process Improvement: Drive global process improvements and policy development initiatives that enhance operational efficiency within the finance function.Cross-Functional Representation: Represent the finance function in cross-regional and cross-functional planning processes, advocating for sustainability integration into overall business strategies.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial management, internal audit, accounting, or related fields, preferably with a focus on sustainability.

Preferred Certifications:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong understanding of sustainability metrics and reporting frameworks.Proficient in financial analysis, modeling, and planning.Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal controls.Familiarity with SAP applications and automation in finance.Experience with key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sustainability.

Cross-Organizational Skills:

Effective communication and presentation skills.Results-oriented with a strong focus on achieving sustainability goals.Learning agility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.Digital fluency with tools that support financial and sustainability reporting.Customer-centric approach to internal and external stakeholders.

Impact & Scope:

This role has a significant impact on large functions, leading cross-division projects and initiatives that integrate financial management with sustainability objectives.

Complexity:

The Finance Lead will provide innovative solutions to complex problems within established policies, ensuring that sustainability considerations are integrated into financial decision-making.