Senior Manager, Sustainability Reporting

Mars

Sustainability Reporting Senior Manager strengthening Mars’ global sustainability controls and regulatory compliance. Leading CSRD preparation, reporting governance, remediation, and cross-functional implementation.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeMcLean • Illinois, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $134,400 - $184,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Sustainability Reporting, including compliance with global regulations such as CSRD and SOX, while managing projects and developing controls across Environmental, Social, and Governance areas. Strong analytical and project management skills are essential for overseeing sustainability initiatives and ensuring high-quality data governance.

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Sustainability ReportingCSRD ComplianceProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsControls Implementation

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Hard Skills

Sustainability Reporting ProcessesFinancial ReportingRisk and Control ManagementData GovernanceAutomation OpportunitiesStandardization TechniquesAccounting PrinciplesTechnical Knowledge in SustainabilityRegulatory ComplianceProject Coordination

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailInfluencing Without AuthorityOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMS or MBA

Industry Keywords

Global Reporting RequirementsEnvironmental, Social, and GovernanceBig 4 Public AccountingCPG IndustryManufacturing IndustryService-Based IndustryEU TaxonomyCDPISSBCOSO

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Sustainability Reporting Director in preparing for and complying with global mandatory reporting requirements
Define processes, identify controls, and lead selected activity reporting
Develop, maintain, and evaluate the Sustainability Reporting for Finance framework
Create supporting documentation to ensure adherence to global regulations and mandatory reporting
Interact with associates throughout the business to develop, improve, and oversee sustainability initiatives
Partner with the Sustainability team, Public Affairs, Corporate Controllership, Segments, and MGS to ensure awareness and compliance
Identify potential gaps and provide remediation guidance and tracking
Manage projects to roll out initiatives according to predefined timelines
Identify and escalate potential challenges in a timely manner
Develop controls within the Sustainability Controls Implementation program across Environmental, Social, and Governance areas
Coordinate owners and SMEs to ensure governance, control, and high-quality data for Sustainability Reporting
Develop and manage the reporting calendar and coordinate reporting requirements across functions
Prepare for CSRD reporting as a first-year priority

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as Accounting, Finance, Business, or Sustainability required
MS or MBA a plus
CPA preferred
8+ years of experience in accounting, finance, IT, sustainability, or risk and control roles
At least 3+ years practicing the relevant technical knowledge and skills
Experience with privately owned, global, decentralized organizations
Experience with Big 4 public accounting, CPG, manufacturing, or service-based industries
Experience with sustainability reporting processes and controls, including automation and standardization opportunities
Experience with one or more of CSRD, CDP, ISSB, EU Taxonomy, COSO, or Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
Strong functional, technical, analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Attention to detail
Ability to influence without authority
Ability to support a global initiative involving associates around the world

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry competitive salary and benefits package
Company bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Participation in 401k plan
Paid time off benefits
Learning and development support from day one
Access to in-house Mars University