Job Description
Position summary
Bloomberg is hiring an Accounting Analyst for its ESG Controllership team within the Chief Accounting Office in New York. The role focuses on evolving ESG disclosure requirements and the internal and external reporting of them, blending internal controls with ESG regulatory principles alongside the Sustainability teams and stakeholders across the organisation.
Why this role matters
The Chief Accounting Office safeguards the integrity of Bloomberg's financial statements and internal control over financial reporting. As ESG disclosure requirements evolve, this role ensures those disclosures are robust, controlled and compliant, keeping Bloomberg ahead of new regulatory and customer-driven expectations.
Key responsibilities
- Track ESG regulations by building and maintaining an understanding of ESG principles and evolving regulatory rulemaking and frameworks.
- Maintain disclosure policies including standardised external-reporting policies, disclosure controls and procedures.
- Verify external reporting for completeness, accuracy and regulatory compliance, and manage regulatory filings with stakeholders.
- Establish controls with cross-functional teams and perform data quality verification and internal-control execution.
- Enhance reporting systems with Finance Systems and business partners across platforms.
- Support audit and leadership by liaising with external auditors and drafting leadership updates on status and key issues.
Team and stakeholders
Part of the ESG Controllership team within the Chief Accounting Office, partnering with Sustainability teams, Finance Systems, business partners and external auditors.
Key details
- Salary range $85,000 to $120,000 plus benefits and bonus.
- Fast-paced environment within Bloomberg Finance, spanning finance, risk and the business.
Requirements
Essential
- Minimum 4 years of accounting and internal controls experience.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related discipline.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills (PowerPoint, Excel).
- Flexibility in a fast-paced, evolving environment, with strong organisation, communication and prioritisation skills across multiple stakeholders.
Preferred
- Understanding of and interest in global evolving ESG regulations.
- Experience in public accounting.
- Familiarity with sustainability reporting systems and their implementation.
- CPA (or equivalent), or working towards one.
Job Details
Bloomberg L.P.
Bloomberg L.P. is a global leader in financial information, data, and media, founded in 1981 by Michael Bloomberg and headquartered in New York City. With over 20,000 employees across more than 120 countries, Bloomberg is renowned for its Bloomberg Terminal, a critical tool for financial professionals, alongside its news division, Bloomberg News, and enterprise solutions in data analytics and trading platforms. The company combines the dynamic energy of a newsroom with the precision of a trading floor, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance. The Global Sustainability Office (GSO) reflects Bloomberg’s holistic approach to sustainability, managing the company’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategy, decarbonization efforts, and external reporting, while offering cutting-edge ESG data and technology solutions to clients. Bloomberg’s commitment extends to supporting a low-carbon economy through public-private partnerships, policy advocacy, and community-focused philanthropy, convening global leaders to address sustainability challenges. Known for its open and inclusive culture, Bloomberg encourages volunteerism, provides extensive career growth opportunities, and offers competitive compensation, including a salary range of $120,000 - $170,000 annually plus benefits and bonuses. As an equal opportunity employer, Bloomberg values diversity and supports a wide range of professional backgrounds, making it a hub for impactful work in finance and sustainability.
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