Senior Consultant - Reporting and Assurance

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose, we help our clients solve complex challenges, steer change, strengthen, transition and to grow sustainably and responsibly. We are looking for talented people who share our purpose of inspiring confidence and empowering change for our clients, our people, our communities and our planet.

The role in context:

The growing influence of non-financial issues, including environmental performance and social impact, is reshaping the business landscape, affecting financial performance and long-term business success for our clients and communities. As markets move towards a greater focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risks, our Climate Change and Sustainability services team helps our clients bring a high level of rigour and robustness to ESG information collection, measurement and reporting. This is where you come in.

Your Opportunity

To support our vibrant and growing Climate Change and Sustainability services team we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Consultant to come join our team in Sydney.

As a Senior Consultant within our team you will have the opportunity to support business development, to apply your technical knowledge in leading assurance projects, to build trusted networks with our prestigious clients and to grow your personal knowledge in this dynamic and exciting field.

How You’re Extraordinary

With an enthusiasm to deliver quality, you are technically minded, detail focused, interested in working with a broad range of industries for some Australia’s largest and most sustainable companies. You will have:

• Strong assurance knowledge and experience including planning, risk assessments, designing the assurance approach and procedures, testing and analysis and reporting.
• Ability to conduct technical and high-quality analysis of ESG processes and data measurement, investment principles and strategies, including benchmarking organisational performance.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, particularly when communicating on an engagement to a wide range of stakeholders from senior management to project managers.
• A strong passion for sustainability and ESG issues
• Strong ability to engage with clients and develop meaningful relationships to aid in business development.
• A demonstrated track record of successfully working as part of a team, including the ability to mentor junior team members
• A curious mind, seeking to expand their knowledge of sustainability, to push the forefront of sustainable practice.
• Appropriate tertiary qualification (science, engineering or commerce)
• Knowledge of and experience with international sustainability and assurance guidelines and standards such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI), Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmarks (GRESB), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) Scheme, Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) and Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), International and Australian Auditing Standards (ISAE and ASAE).

Appropriate tertiary qualification (science, engineering or commerce)

What we offer you

We offer rewarding careers for outstanding professionals, ongoing learning and development opportunities, a collaborative and inclusive culture, and flexible and agile work practices that focus on our people's wellbeing to drive innovation and entrepreneurship. We also believe that our business plays a distinct and vital role in helping solve important social, health and safety and environmental issues.

KPMG Australia harnesses the passion and capabilities of our people to empower positive change with our clients and in our communities.

We believe that our nation can never reach its full potential until everyone has equal access to opportunity. Our Corporate Citizenship approach focuses our efforts on driving change for Indigenous Australia, Mental Health, Climate Action and Lifelong Learning, and the founding principle to leave no-one behind.

Underpinning our approach are the UN Sustainable Development Goals, a global blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for people and planet. By following the SDG framework business will prosper. When we acknowledge the interdependency of our world and bring everyone on the journey, we mitigate risk, open up new markets and bring hope to future generations.

• Indigenous Australia – SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
• Mental Health – SDG 3 Good Health and Wellbeing 
• Climate Action – SDG 13 Climate Action
• Lifelong Learning – SDG 4 Quality Education

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.