Associate Consulting Manager, ESG (Workiva)

Clearsulting•Columbus, OH

3h•$106,000 - $132,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Clearsulting is seeking an Associate Consulting Manager, ESG to support the delivery of ESG implementation engagements. This role involves assisting with requirements gathering, solution design, testing, and deployment activities. The position requires collaboration with clients and project team members to document business processes, identify reporting requirements, and support ESG reporting initiatives. The Associate Consulting Manager will develop project deliverables, including functional documentation, status reports, testing materials, and training resources. They will also assist in conducting client workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder meetings to gather information and communicate project updates. Key responsibilities include monitoring project milestones, managing assigned workstreams, and proactively identifying risks, issues, and dependencies. Additionally, the role involves researching evolving ESG regulations, reporting standards, and industry trends, and staying informed on Workiva platform capabilities to support client implementations. The position offers hybrid or remote work options, with specific in-office expectations for those within commuting distance of a Clearsulting office. Travel is expected up to 20%.

Requirements

5+ years of consulting, ESG reporting, financial reporting, compliance, technology implementation, or related experience.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Sustainability, Information Systems, or a related field.
Experience with Workiva, particularly ESG, GRC, or Financial Reporting solutions.
Experience supporting one or more full lifecycle system implementations.
Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks and standards, including GRI, SASB, TCFD, CSRD/ESRS, CDP, ISSB, or similar frameworks.
Understanding of System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, including requirements gathering, testing, training, and deployment activities.
Experience tracking project milestones, managing action items, and supporting stakeholder communications.
Exposure to sustainability reporting, ESG programs, governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, or regulatory reporting requirements.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored visa support.

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients and internal teams.
Workiva certifications or related ESG, sustainability, business analysis, or project management certifications

Responsibilities

Support the delivery of ESG implementation engagements by assisting with requirements gathering, solution design, testing, and deployment activities.
Collaborate with clients and project team members to document business processes, identify reporting requirements, and support ESG reporting initiatives.
Develop project deliverables, including functional documentation, status reports, testing materials, and training resources.
Assist in conducting client workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder meetings to gather information and communicate project updates.
Monitor project milestones, manage assigned workstreams, and proactively identify risks, issues, and dependencies.
Research evolving ESG regulations, reporting standards, and industry trends to support client recommendations and project execution.
Stay informed on Workiva platform capabilities, enhancements, and certification requirements to effectively support client implementations.