Sustainability & Risk Management Administrator

Central Hudson•Poughkeepsie, AR

1d•$73,000 - $151,500

About The Position

The Sustainability & Risk Management Administrator works within the Sustainability and Risk department to coordinate activities in support of sustainability and insurance programs on behalf of the Company. This role has a focus in applying principles of Risk Management to analyze Central Hudson’s assets, earnings and risk information to prepare policies and reports. Risks can stem from a variety of sources including financial risks, legal liabilities, technology issues, accidents, and natural disasters. This role provides support for and maintains insurance relationships on behalf of the company. This role works closely with other departments within the Company to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and invoicing of financial transactions takes place as well as contributing to forecasting activities for the Company. This role supports the Company’s Sustainability efforts including reducing the risk of climate change impacts, promoting alternative technologies to reduce greenhouse gas impacts, and driving change management efforts, as needed. The selected candidate will work across operational areas at the company and will assist with tracking ongoing and implementing emerging climate regulatory policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field with at least 2 years of relevant work experience in risk management, insurance, sustainability, or a closely related domain.
In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s degree in the aforementioned fields and 4 years relevant work experience in risk management, insurance, sustainability, or a closely related domain.
Strong analytical, quantitative, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new computer software programs quickly
Ability to understand how environmental, social and business factors interconnect
Ability to work individually or as a team (with internal team members or cross-functional teams)
Ability to adapt to a variety of assignments and manage a number of projects in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Experience with Compliance programs
Experience with Insurance and Risk programs

Responsibilities

Manages daily insurance and hedging activities and reports
Supports the preparation of annual budgets
Supports the preparation of monthly and annual financial forecasts
Implements best practices in Risk and Sustainability
Responsible for the compilation and analysis of data in the preparation of reports and filings with regulatory agencies and other outside constituencies
Involved with Risk Management and Sustainability activities
Ability to manage projects
Assists with special projects as needed
Track and act on implemented regulatory and emerging climate risk policies
Supports corporate and regulatory sustainability reporting requirements
Provides support for storm restoration efforts