ESG Controller at Vaco, LLC

What You'll Be Doing

The ESG Controller is a key, hands-on role, within the Controllership organization and has primary responsibility for developing an implementation strategy/roadmap for regulatory requirements as it relates to the ESG landscape
It’s a highly visible role that will require extensive collaboration with various functional leaders, and their teams i.e., Sustainability, Human Resources, Legal, and Internal Audit, etc
while implementing the E, S and G regulatory landscape, globally
The ideal candidate is someone who can demonstrate an in-depth understanding of various ESG regulatory requirements and has expertise in developing processes with robust internal control framework
While reporting to the VP, Chief Accounting Officer, as the ESG Controller you will be responsible for:Demonstrate strong financial, accounting and management skills.
Utilize expertise in implementing internal controls over financial reporting over ESG regulatory landscape.
Develop Sonoco’s strategy and roadmap to implement the various regulatory landscape as it relates to ESG framework in a timely and efficient manner, including but not limited to CSRDs (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), SEC’s ESG proposal, and California disclosure requirements.
Builds our capabilities in terms of people, processes, technology (including evaluation and selection of reporting tool/system), and internal controls to meet all mandatory ESG reporting requirements globally.
Develop standard procedures and processes, compliant with internal controls over financial reporting framework, to capture data across the Company’s global locations.
Develop processes to ensure completeness and accuracy of data being gathered and reported pursuant to various regulatory requirements.
Monitor the evolving global regulatory ESG reporting landscape and collaborate with various stakeholders to keep the organization apprised of evolving landscape.
Evaluate and determine the applicability of new reporting regulations globally (and at the legal entity level) based on deterministic thresholds (e.g
materiality, corporate size, etc.)
Lead cross-functional global collaboration as it relates to ESG-related reporting, in partnership with Sustainability, HR, Controllership and External Reporting, IR, IA, Legal, and other constituents as applicable across the globe to ensure we remain well coordinated and meet all our regulatory reporting requirements.
Coordinates with auditors as it relates to limited and reasonable assurance over ESG disclosures, where required.
Develops key talent and builds capabilities to support ESG reporting efforts globally.
Trains key employee groups on reporting processes, controls, need/value of reporting.

We'd Love To Hear From You IfBachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting / Finance / Business.
12+ years of cumulative experience in a big four setting or a combination of big four and progressive industry experience.
CPA preferred.
Experience in working with ESG reporting standards/frameworks such as GRI, SASB, TCFD, etc.
Strong understanding of ESG issues and willingness to keep up-to-date with the latest ESG guidelines and developments.
Deep expertise in developing processes and implementing internal controls.
A very hands-on leader with experience in building and leading high-performing and diverse global teams.
Highly motivated self-starter with proven track record in managing and implementing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines.
Collaborative cross-functional leader with strong business acumen, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Incredible attention to detail and ownership of business outcomes.
Strong knowledge of SOX compliance and SEC reporting, US GAAP.
Excellent team player who works well in a collaborative environment
Experience with global, matrix organizations.
Must be able to adjust and work effectively in a dynamic, changing, and collaborative environment.
Must be willing to travel as needed.

BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure
The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.