Manager Sustainability Accounting (m/f/d) - Limited-term until July 2027 - at Continental

Hanover, Lower Saxony, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sustainability Reporting, Sustainability Accounting, Data Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, External Assurance Processes, German Language Skills, English Language Skills

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets. Continental turns change into opportunity, also by embracing sustainability. We commit to visionary ambitions and provide solutions matching the speed of our customers, industries & markets while following a systematic management approach based on applicable regulations and international standards. Group Sustainability at Continental AG is a dynamic and growing team managing the sustainability governance of Continental. Job Description Sustainability accounting and reporting are crucial elements of the governance of the company. The role shaping the dynamic field of sustainability reporting which is developing at a high speed following evolving regulations like CSRD, ESRS and EU Taxonomy. Define and implement frameworks for sustainability accounting Elaborate and manage key processes for sustainability disclosures & metrics Documentation of sustainability accounting and data collections Consolidation of quantitative sustainability disclosures & metrics Ensure conformity of quantitative sustainability disclosures & metrics with reporting requirements Coordination of diverse functions responsible for respective quantitative sustainability disclosures & metrics Contribute to the annual sustainability report Definition and execution of controls (e.g. plausibility checks) Manage sustainability assurance process related to quantitative sustainability disclosures & metrics Maintain the network for sustainability accounting Qualifications An academic degree in the field of Business, Law or a related area Several years of experience in Sustainability Reporting & Accounting regulations and standards (CSRD, ESRS, EU Taxonomy, HGB, ...) Proficient skills in data management and data tools Experience with external assurance processes Experience in matrix roles, project and stakeholder management German and English language skills Working style combining a focus on details as well as keeping a highly structured overview Intrinsic motivation to navigate in highly complex processes and requirements Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome. Additional Information The well-being of our employees is important to us. That's why we offer exciting career prospects and support you in achieving a good work-life balance with additional benefits such as: Training opportunities Mobile and flexible working models Sabbaticals and much more... Sounds interesting for you? Click here to find out more Network with our Recruiter Torben Schilke. Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone - regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation. Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

Responsibilities

The role involves defining and implementing frameworks for sustainability accounting and managing key processes for sustainability disclosures and metrics. It also includes ensuring conformity with reporting requirements and contributing to the annual sustainability report.