Carbon Accountant

Does AAB sound like a good fit for you? We currently have an opening for a Carbon Accountant to join our ESG Services team.

THE ROLE

Carbon Accountant - UK & Ireland, office based / hybrid

Purpose of the role/key responsibilities:

Carbon footprint calculation
Gather, validate, and analyse data related to clients' scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions across various industries and sectors
Conduct detailed Life Cycle Assessments
Ensure data reporting and collection methodology aligns with best practice in carbon accounting and GHG protocols.
Emissions reduction plans
Support clients to develop tailored and detailed carbon emission reduction plans/net zero strategies with interim targets to improve sustainability performance, including justifications for preferred actions. Project management
Ensure on-time project delivery o Oversee the preparation of client proposal inputs, presentation material, client reports and technical summaries
Client engagement
Collaborate closely with clients to understand their unique business operations and identify emission sources
Identify and communicate carbon and energy related risks and opportunities within our clients' sectors
Maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
Regulatory compliance
Monitor evolving regulations, industry standards, and trends related to carbon accounting and emissions reporting, ensuring our clients' adherence to their regulatory compliance requirements
Other ESG and sustainability responsibilities
Whilst the focus of this role is carbon accounting, other services delivered by the team include materiality assessment, strategy and reporting. Experience in these areas is not expected, but will be of interest.

Experience and skill set required for the role:
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Environmental Science, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA, CDP) will be a plus.
Demonstrated experience in carbon accounting and greenhouse gas emissions calculation, including use of digital carbon accounting tools or software
Detailed knowledge of reporting regulations, standards, guidance, and frameworks, including but not limited to CSRD, ISSB, TCFD, SECR, GRI, SBTi, CDP and TNFD
Ability to discern key inputs and retain and use data that drives decisions in a highly ambiguous environment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets, including conversions and calculations, and draw actionable insights.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to a range of audiences effectively, including the C-Suite level
Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously and delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines.
Passion for environmental sustainability and a commitment to driving positive change through responsible business practices.
Solutions mindset and interconnected outlook, with a highly collaborative working style and pro-active approach.
Detailed understanding of double materiality
The ability to clearly articulate the commercial benefits of robust net-zero and sustainability strategies

Additional beneficial skills
Business development/proposal writing experience
MACC (Marginal Abatement Cost Curve) analysis
Leadership and influencing skills

THE BENEFITS

Over the years, AAB has been recognised for its excellent working practices by some of the most prestigious award bodies in the UK. We pride ourselves in the fact that our approach across the AAB Group has gained an excellent reputation and is loved by our employees.

Some of our benefits are
Hybrid, agile and family friendly working practices to enable you to manage your work life alongside your home life.
Full payment of Private Healthcare for you and your family
Private Dental Care
Workplace pension
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
Ongoing personalised coaching and mentoring programmes to maximise your potential Regular updates from our Health & Wellbeing team, access to all Headspace resources and Employee Assistance Programme as well as access to trained Mental Health First Aiders We're energetic people who like nothing more than having a bit of fun; with our Social Club organising frequent staff events and initiatives Volunteering leave through the Anderson Anderson & Brown Charitable Initiative (AABIE)
Financial rewards for helping AAB to grow our client portfolio
Reimbursement of your professional subscription and fully funded study leave for all students
Life Assurance
Generous Employee Referral Bonus
Paid sick leave
Electric Car Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Dress for your day
Various groups to become involved in such as LGBTQ+, Environmental, Social and Governance, Working Families and Menopause
Regular communication from our leadership team regarding AAB Group activities and initiatives
At AAB you will have tremendous opportunities that will meet your career aspirations, working in a progressive, energetic and stimulating environment alongside supportive and engaging professional teammates.

AAB Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

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