Senior Climate Change Risk Accountant
Job no: 509303
Work type: Ongoing full-time
Location: Regional NSW, All of NSW
Categories: Accounting and Financial, Planning, Specialist Manager
If you're passionate about climate change, skilled in accounting or risk, and excited by the idea of shaping sustainability reporting for one of NSW's most diverse portfolios, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference.
* Clerk Grade 9/10 starting at $129,464 + Super & leave
* Location preference: Preferred Regional NSW but metropolitan will be considered right candidate
* Ongoing Full time role
* Hybrid working - minimum 3 days per week in a DPIRD office
In this role, you will be instrumental in the preparation, analysis and delivery of portfolio climate change reporting, ensuring DPIRD meets evolving requirements under Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards and NSW Treasury policies.
You will also:
* Review and draft financial and accounting policies to ensure compliance with the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
* Build strong relationships across the Primary Industries and Regional Development portfolio to establish processes for capturing and reporting Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, including agricultural emissions.
* Analyse Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions data and produce meaningful reports that directly support climate change risk management decisions.
* Collaborate closely with the Climate Change Risk Manager to prepare annual climate risk disclosure packages and respond to audit and NSW Treasury queries.
* Provide expert advice to senior leaders on the financial and reporting implications of climate change risk.
What you'll bring
You'll be successful in this role if you have:
* Experience in carbon or climate-related accounting, including emissions data analysis and reporting.
* A degree in Commerce, Business, Sustainability, or extensive relevant practical experience.
* Strong knowledge of emerging accounting standards, Treasury guidelines and mandatory climate reporting requirements.
* Experience designing or managing systems to capture and report climate change related or GHG emissions data.
* The ability to form effective relationships with diverse stakeholders and provide timely, high-quality advice.
An understanding of agricultural systems or ag-related emissions will be highly valued, given DPIRD's significant agricultural footprint.
Most importantly, you'll bring passion, curiosity and commitment to helping DPIRD navigate what's ahead in climate risk, sustainability reporting and emissions management.
Why join us?
* Contribute directly to DPIRD's climate change risk strategy during a pivotal time for the sector.
* Help shape systems and reporting frameworks that will influence decision-making across NSW's primary industries.
* Be part of an organisation that is deeply committed to sustainability, regional prosperity and positive long-term impact.
Apply Now
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you're our ideal candidate.
If you'd like to know more about the role, please click here to view the Role Description.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Andrew Cooper on 0421 014 373 or
Applications close: 11:55pm Sunday, 15 March.
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre‐employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.
About Us
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
* Local Land Services
* NSW Resources
* Agriculture and Biosecurity
* Fisheries and Forestry
* Regional Development and Delivery
We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation.
DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer
We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate, please contact or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.
We also understand that work is just one part of life. Our Family Inclusive Employer and Carers + Employers Accreditations reflect our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.
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