Manager, Sustainability Reporting
Manager, Sustainability Reporting
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Job Description
What is the opportunity
For forward-thinking and results-focused leaders this is an opportunity to join the Enterprise Finance & Controllership team of Canadas largest company frequently ranked as one of the top companies to work for in Canada. RBC is internationally recognized for its commitment to innovation diversity customer satisfaction and corporate social responsibility. We care about each other reaching our potential making a difference to our communities and achieving success that is mutual.
The Enterprise Finance & Controllership function serves a critical role in telling the story of RBCs financial results to the public through the quarterly and annual Report to Shareholders providing advice on complex accounting issues through a strategic lens maintaining strong financial reporting internal controls and data governance practices and enabling strategic planning forecasting and management of financial performance to meet the Banks overall financial objectives. As part of the Enterprise Finance & Controllership group you will be part of a collaborative team culture that strives to challenge ourselves to be our best think progressively to keep growing and work together to deliver collective results.
This role will help advance priority sustainability initiatives across the bank including supporting the continued evolution of our sustainability disclosures. This role helps shape RBCs sustainability disclosure strategy and through close collaboration with partners in Finance Strategy Law Risk Management Communications Investor Relations and Human Resources supports preparing and delivering RBCs core sustainability report. You will work in a dynamic environment that provides the opportunity to bring your unique perspective and approach to the role including adapting the role to address evolving Finance priorities and operating models.
This is an ideal position from which to develop an understanding of the sustainability matters that impact RBC build technical and leadership skills and develop strong relationships across the Bank. You would be a great match for this role if you have experience in preparing or reviewing sustainability disclosures disclosure gap assessments preparation and review of financial disclosures navigating interpreting and implementing new and complex accounting standards involving a variety of stakeholders and familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks and regulations.
What will you do
Support the preparation and delivery of RBCs core sustainability reporting including through coordination and planning activities and assist in reviewing sections to support the accuracy and quality of sustainability disclosures
Develop strong business partner relationships to foster greater understanding of key disclosures
Assist in the oversight of the primary sustainability application with respect to data collection maintenance and other tasks
Support controllership and stewardship activities over sustainability disclosures including proofing and document production related tasks
Assist in the preparation of sustainability-related materials for senior executives our CFO and the Board/Audit Committee
Support the tracking of regulatory developments in relation to sustainability matters
Benchmark RBCs annual sustainability disclosure against peers and evolving regulatory and stakeholder expectations including gap analysis and recommendations
Assist in providing effective challenge through second line of defense disclosure reviews and drive consistency across RBCs external sustainability disclosures
Partner with key stakeholders in the preparation and review of sustainability-related disclosures included in RBCs broader regulatory documents
Support the preparation and review of select quarterly disclosures related to the Report to Shareholders
What do you need to succeed
Must Have
Chartered Professional Accountant designation
3 years of relevant work experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated collaborative abilities in a cross-functional setting
Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills; including ability to recommend practical solutions to complex challenges in a dynamic environment
Proactive pragmatic and forward-thinking approach
Ability to manage multiple priorities while knowing when to escalate and ask for support
Curiosity to learn new ways to do things willingness to challenge the status quo and ability to drive process improvements and efficiencies
Strong interpersonal skills; specifically able to act as change agent facilitator and collaborator
Self-starter enthusiasm and willingness to learn to get up to speed and stay abreast of constantly evolving developments
A one team mindset and willingness to support and contribute to broader Finance goals and objectives
Nice to Have
Understanding of sustainability regulatory disclosure requirements and risk landscape
Solid understanding of financial institutions
Sustainability-related experience and/or familiarity with sustainability-related frameworks such as TCFD ISSB SASB GRI CSRD ESRS etc. is highly desirable
Experience with Workiva is highly desirable
External financial reporting experience is highly desirable
Job Skills
Accounting Auditing Confidentiality Detail-Oriented Financial Accounting Systems Financial Recordkeeping Financial Reporting and Analysis General Ledger Administration Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Additional Job Details
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Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
At RBC we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best effectively collaborate drive innovation and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect belonging and opportunity for all.
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