Africa Talent by Deloitte- NL ESG Assurance- Senior Consultant

About Africa Talent

Africa Talent by Deloitte (Africa Talent) is a standalone division of Deloitte, owned by Deloitte Africa and Deloitte Netherlands, based in South Africa. Our goal is to meet the growing demand for Talent in Africa and Europe; by recruiting and developing Talent throughout Sub Saharan Africa to service the diverse needs and to enable projects at our clients. Talent employed will have the full experience of Deloitte, while getting both international and local exposure to a diverse set of clients, working remotely from Africa.  It will take advantage of the demographic reality of Africa as a future source of talent for both Africa and Europe and at its core, the goal is to create employment in Africa and invest in African talent.

The ethos of our organisation is characterised by vision, purpose beyond profit and an appetite to innovate and deliver creative, high impact solutions to client challenges.

Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration, and high performance. As the undisputed leader in professional services, Deloitte – Africa Talent - is where you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realize your full potential. 

 

• The ESG Reporting & Control Specialist will play a pivotal role in supporting clients to improve their control environment for sustainability reporting and developing and implementing robust controls for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting. This individual will work closely with clients to ensure that their ESG reporting processes are reliable, accurate, and compliant with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Support:

• Collaborate with clients to assess and enhance their control environments for sustainability reporting.
• Provide expert advice on best practices in ESG reporting controls and frameworks.
• Conduct workshops and training sessions for clients to build their capacity in ESG reporting.

Control Development & Implementation:

• Develop and implement controls for ESG reporting that align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Design and document control processes, procedures, and guidelines for ESG reporting.

Risk Assessment:

• Identify and assess risks related to ESG reporting, including data reliability, accuracy, and completeness.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and recommend control improvements to clients.

Audit & Compliance:

• Assist clients in preparing for external ESG assurance.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Analyse ESG data to identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for clients and stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on the latest developments in ESG reporting standards and regulations.
• Continuously improve and update control frameworks and practices to reflect evolving industry standards.

• Bachelor of Commerce degree in accounting or Eligible to register as a CA

Experience:

• At least 3 years of experience within Audit (financial and/or non- financial) or similar role
• Proven experience in developing and implementing controls in accordance with COSO.
• Experience in working with clients to improve their internal controls and reporting processes.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely to clients and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using data analysis and reporting tools.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

We are always interested in talking with professionals about their next career experience. If you have a passion for learning from talented people and benefit from the support of a global organization and network, apply online now.

If you believe that you meet most of the criteria above, we encourage you to apply. Deloitte is an equal opportunities employer and will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process.

 

At Africa Talent by Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonably accommodating persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.

Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive.  Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile, depending on operational requirements.

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• Upfront Payment Requests: Deloitte will never ask for any upfront payment for background checks, job training, or supplies.
• Requests for Personal Information: Be wary if you are asked for sensitive personal information, especially early in the recruitment process and without a clear need for it. Fraudulent links or contractual documents may require the provision of sensitive personal data or copy documents (e.g., government issued numbers or identity documents, passports or passport numbers, bank account statements or numbers, parent’s data) that may be used for identity fraud. Do not provide or send any of these documents or data. Please note we will never ask for photographs at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Unprofessional Communication: Scammers may communicate in an unprofessional manner. Their messages may be filled with poor grammar and spelling errors. The look and feel may not be consistent with the Deloitte corporate brand.

 

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At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities.

We are committed to employment equity and building a diverse and inclusive workplace across the African continent. Our recruitment processes are aligned with our Employment Equity Plan and the principles of the Employment Equity Act. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups.

We actively support the inclusion of people with disabilities and embrace neurodiversity in the workplace. We recognise and value the unique strengths that neurodivergent individuals bring, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

If you require reasonable accommodations in relation to your disability and neurodiverse needs during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to make adjustments to suit your individual needs.