Manager/Senior Manager, Sustainability Reporting

About the role

The Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) is the Australian Government agency that develops, issues and maintains accounting and sustainability reporting standards under Australian company law, including climate-related financial disclosure standards. It is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager, Sustainability Reporting to join its Sustainability Reporting team and help implement and develop sustainability and climate reporting in Australia. The role continues through the AASB's planned merger into External Reporting Australia on 1 December 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Support the AASB's work on implementing AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures
• Lead and project manage sustainability and climate-related reporting projects
• Lead and support stakeholder engagement, education and outreach activities
• Contribute to engagement with national and international standard setters, regulators and other stakeholders
• Manage, support and develop staff within the Sustainability Reporting team

Required profile

• Demonstrable practical experience in sustainability or climate-related reporting, assurance, advisory or policy, or in greenhouse gas measurement and reporting
• Experience in financial reporting, corporate reporting, accounting standards or assurance
• Relevant qualification in accounting, commerce, sustainability, climate, science, engineering, law, economics, public policy or another relevant discipline
• Ability to identify, assess and communicate complex technical issues, with strong written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Adaptable, collaborative, proactive and comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving field

Required skills

• Familiarity with sustainability and climate disclosure standards such as AASB S1, AASB S2, IFRS S1, IFRS S2, TCFD and/or TNFD
• Strong analytical skills and stakeholder relationship management

Applications require a resume and a cover letter outlining relevant experience and interest, submitted by 30 October 2026. The position is full-time with flexible work options considered, hybrid arrangements possible, travel may be required, and Melbourne is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate their right to work in Australia before starting.