Transamerica

Director, Finance (Sustainability Reporting)

Transamerica$159K — $200K *
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience
  • 12 years of accounting/finance experience including eight years of management experience
  • Extensive knowledge of assigned business area (e.g. ESG SEC Reporting)
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Effective oral and written communication skills to diverse audiences
  • Organizational and prioritization skills
  • Advanced computer skills in MS Office, Excel and financial business systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of ESG/sustainability reporting per EU's CSRD and US requirements.
  • Prepare annual sustainability reports including environmental and impact reports.
  • Oversee data governance and assurance processes for all ESG disclosures.
  • Guide team members on deliverables and offer expertise in the department.
  • Prioritize resource allocation and assess employee performance for the Sustainability Reporting team.
  • Act as point person for ad hoc departmental requests.
  • Direct change initiatives regarding sustainability reporting and ensure quality work within timelines.

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
  • Ten paid holidays per year
  • Holistic wellness program including coaching and rewards
  • Fifteen days of paid parental leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Back-Up Care Program
  • PTO for Volunteer Hours
  • Employee Matching Gifts Program
  • Inclusion and Diversity Programs
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Referral Bonus Programs
Full Job Description
Job Family
Finance - General

Job Description Summary
Provide financial leadership, expertise, and functional oversight within the Finance organization of the sustainability reporting and disclosures to be filed annually with the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and the United States sustainability reporting requirements. Ensure timely filings meet reporting requirements of AFM. Serve as a key influence on the mission and vision of the department.

Job Description

Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and operation of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)/sustainability reporting to align with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) of the European Union (EU) and sustainability reporting requirements in the United States. Ensure disclosures included in the CSRD report are consistent with ESG strategies defined by the company.
  • Lead preparation of annual sustainability reports, including environmental reports, sustainability bond impact reports, and any related reporting requirements. Ensure consistency and alignment of public sustainability narratives, metrics, and claims across all channels.
  • Oversee data collection, governance and assurance processes for all ESG-related disclosures.
  • Responsible for department deliverables in area of expertise; provide guidance to team members.
  • Provide leadership to the Sustainability Reporting team regarding resource prioritization, allocation of resources, and performance assessment of employees. Provide two direct reports with career development insights and build a strong team environment.
  • Serve as a point person for ad hoc requests from other departments.
  • Direct major change initiatives related to sustainability regulatory reporting (CSRD, enhancement of reporting tools, and data elements; ensure quality of work and delivery within timelines/budget.
  • Partner closely with internal audit, compliance, external audit, and necessary areas within Financial Reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance of sustainability reporting.
  • Develop strong relationships with external auditors and lead the resolution of issues identified by the external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience
  • 12 years of accounting/finance experience including eight years of management experience
  • Extensive knowledge of assigned business area (e.g. ESG SEC Reporting )
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, to diverse audiences
  • Organizational and prioritization skills
  • Advanced computer skills in MS Office, Excel and financial business systems


Preferred Qualifications
  • CPA/advanced degree
  • Proficient with reporting tools.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and manage regulatory change.
  • Proven ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Experience working with Workiva and other financial reporting software.


Working Conditions
  • Hybrid (In Office: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays)


The Salary for this position generally ranges between $159,000 - $200,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.

Disclaimer:

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  • We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
  • Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer-not through text or email.


This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

What We Offer

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

Compensation Benefits
  • Competitive Pay
  • Bonus for Eligible Employees


Benefits Package
  • Pension Plan
  • 401k Match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Disability Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Career Training & Development Opportunities


Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
  • 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


About Transamerica

The Transamerica Corporation is an American holding company for various life insurance companies and investment firms operating primarily in the United States, offering life and supplemental health insurance, investments, and retirement services. The company has major offices located in Baltimore, Maryland; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Denver, Colorado; Norwood, Massachusetts; Exton, Pennsylvania; Harrison, New York; Johns Creek, Georgia; Plano, Texas; and St. Petersburg, Florida. Additional affiliated offices are located throughout the United States. In 1999, it became a subsidiary of Aegon, a European financial services company headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. Transamerica funds the Transamerica Institute, a nonprofit foundation which comprises the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies and the Transamerica Center for Health Studies.
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