Lead Financial Analyst (Sustainability Reporting)

Transamerica•Baltimore, MD

3d•$97,000 - $129,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs financial reporting and analysis functions. Responsible for applying financial analysis knowledge and judgment to support the sustainability reporting processes and control framework. Manages reporting system data, supporting reporting cycles, coordinating system changes, and helping ensure the accuracy, transparency, and compliance of the sustainability reporting landscape. Comfortable coordinating across multiple internal teams and external business partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and/or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 8 years experience, with degree.
Advanced computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with data repositories, reporting systems, or structured reporting processes
Experience with UAT execution, documentation, and defect tracking.
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strategic thinker able to communicate on business/market and legislative issues at a macro level
Experience with ESG data management software
Knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability best practices.
Knowledge of CSRD reporting and regulations

Responsibilities

Maintain and update reporting-related data repositories and ensure all fields, records, and metadata remain accurate and current.
Collect, validate, and manage ESG data from across the organization (operations, HR, legal, etc.)
Ensure adherence to ESG and sustainable finance regulations including EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
Exhibits a thorough understanding of business and analysis concepts.
Maintain reporting structures and templates to ensure they reflect business and regulatory requirements.
Recommends changes to processes to improve and achieve greater efficiencies. Validate reporting output and update report configurations when changes occur. Prepare UAT cycles prior to each reporting period by gathering all change requires and planned updates.
Utilizes a thorough understanding of the business to proactively develop financial reports and complex models for forecasting, trending and results analysis.
Works effectively with other departments/divisions to ensure business issues are resolved for the success of the company.
Solves complex problems in creative ways; Significant initiative and independent judgment required; makes varied decisions; Operates with substantial latitude for un-reviewed action or decision; Typically plans, conducts and supervises assignments, reviews progress and evaluates results; Exhibits leadership skills; mentors employees across teams; May manage the workload of others.
Responsible for adherence to the company's framework of internal controls.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs