Accounting Advisory - ESG Manager

The Accounting Advisory - ESG Manager at CFGI is responsible for leading project teams on ESG reporting engagements, providing technical guidance on various ESG frameworks, identifying and enhancing clients' data systems, and mentoring consultants. This role also involves engaging with C-suite executives to integrate ESG considerations into business decisions and preparing clients for statutory and voluntary reporting.

To qualify for the Accounting Advisory - ESG Manager role at CFGI, candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and have five to seven years of relevant industry experience, particularly in regulatory reporting, financial accounting, or risk reporting. Familiarity with ESG frameworks and strong analytical skills are also crucial in this position.

CFGI is committed to the professional growth of its Accounting Advisory - ESG Managers by providing flexible working environments, exposure to diverse projects across various industries, and opportunities for mentorship and leadership. The collegial atmosphere encourages continuous learning and innovation, allowing managers to create their own paths within the company.

ESG Managers at CFGI engage with a broad spectrum of industries, including FTSE 100 companies, mid-cap firms, and start-ups. This diverse exposure allows ESG Managers to refine their expertise in ESG reporting across different sectors and understand the unique challenges and opportunities associated with each industry.

Essential skills for success as an Accounting Advisory - ESG Manager at CFGI include strong interpersonal and communication abilities, analytical and critical thinking capabilities, proactive client relationship management, and excellent organizational skills. Candidates should also demonstrate a high level of motivation and a commitment to delivering quality client service.

In answering this question, you should highlight specific ESG frameworks like TCFD and GRI that you have worked with. Share detailed examples of how you helped clients understand and implement these frameworks in their reporting processes, emphasizing your ability to translate technical jargon into actionable strategies that drive sustainable practices.

Discuss your methods for establishing rapport, such as active listening, understanding client needs, and regular communication. Highlight how you’ve maintained long-term relationships by following up, addressing concerns proactively, and providing valuable insights that help clients achieve their ESG goals.

Be prepared to discuss specific challenges such as data accessibility, resistance from stakeholders, or compliance issues. Illustrate how you approached these challenges with creative solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and leveraging your expertise to guide clients through difficult situations.

Explain your dedication to ongoing education, such as attending industry conferences, participating in webinars, and reading relevant publications. Emphasize your proactive approach in monitoring regulatory changes and how you incorporate this knowledge into client advisory to ensure they meet compliance requirements.

Detail a specific project where you took the lead, explaining your planning process, resource allocation, team collaboration, and the steps you took to ensure timely delivery. Highlight your organizational skills and ability to motivate your team towards achieving project goals.

Discuss the importance of integrating ESG considerations into business decisions and how an ESG Manager can guide this integration. Mention how successful ESG management can enhance corporate reputation, mitigate risks, and contribute to long-term sustainable profitability.

Describe your prioritization techniques, such as assessing deadlines, stakeholder impact, and resource availability. Illustrate your ability to remain flexible and adapt quickly to shifting project demands while maintaining communication with all parties involved.

Provide a concrete example of mentoring, discussing your approach in guiding junior staff through specific ESG tasks or projects. Share your methods for fostering their professional growth and how you've helped them build confidence in their skills.

Offer examples of creative solutions you've developed to overcome obstacles in ESG reporting. Discuss how these solutions improved efficiency, enhanced data accuracy, or made reporting processes more effective for clients.

Share personal motivations for entering the ESG field, such as a commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, or improving corporate accountability. Highlight how you express this passion through your work, client interactions, and engagement with industry initiatives.