Senior Analyst, Sustainability Finance

Sherwin-Williams is seeking a Senior Analyst for their Sustainability Finance team in Cleveland, OH. The role involves collecting and organizing sustainability data for reporting compliance with various regulations. Key responsibilities include collaborating with teams, enhancing data collection processes, and ensuring accuracy in sustainability reporting. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in sustainability or financial reporting. This position is not remote.
Job Description

The Sustainability Finance team is responsible for providing clear, complete, accurate and consistent financial and sustainability information to both internal and external stakeholders. The Senior Analyst, Sustainability Finance will support this mission by leveraging strong project management, attention to detail and ability to collaborate as a business partner with various teams across the broader organization. The Senior Analyst, Sustainability Finance will be responsible for collecting quantitative and qualitative sustainability data from across the company as well as compiling this information for reporting in compliance with various sustainability regulations such as the California SB219, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), EU Taxonomy, other global sustainability reporting requirements and company polices, as they play an important role in ensuring accurate and timely external reporting.

This role is not hybrid/remote and will report to our Global Headquarters in Cleveland, OH.

Because this role involves access to confidential financial information, the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments.

Responsibilities

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
Collect quantitative and qualitative sustainability data within various sustainability systems
Liaison with and leverage various teams across the broader, global, organization to collect data timely using various sustainability systemsOrganize data, metrics, and other qualitative information for use in sustainability reportingIdentify and implement ongoing enhancements to the data collection processFocus on completeness and accuracy to maintain effective internal controls over information used in sustainability reporting

Assist with preparation of the Company's sustainability reporting in compliance with California SB219, CSRD, EU Taxonomy, and other global sustainability reporting requirements
Utilize the company's sustainability reporting application for preparation of sustainability reportingPrepare various tie-outs to company records for completeness and accuracyMaintain an organization-focused mindset with the ability to effectively track progress against various project plans

Perform month-end and quarter-end close procedures over ESG data
Apply procedures to ensure complete and accurate ESG data, including developing estimates as neededAssist with reconciliations between source systems and various sustainability systemsConsolidate data and perform comparable analyses of data across comparable periods to identify trends and outliers for investigationMonitor emerging sustainability regulations, trends, and issues related to disclosure as necessary to determine applicability to the global enterpriseContribute to team success through participation in projects and non-routine transactions as needed.

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:
Bachelor's degree
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, finance, environmental science, sustainability, analytics, or related fieldCertified Public Accountant

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:
3+ years of experience in sustainability, ESG, financial reporting, audit, compliance, data analysis, or similar fields. Working knowledge of sustainability or ESG reporting frameworks (e.g., CSRD, EU Taxonomy, California regulations, GRI, SASB, ISSB, TCFD). Strong understanding of internal controls related to data accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.Data analysis skills, including the ability to interpret sustainability and operational datasets, identify trends, and flag potential data issues. Proficiency with digital tools and systems such as sustainability platforms, ERP systems, BI tools, or ESG reporting software.Project management skills with the ability to manage cross-functional workflows, meet deadlines, and track progress across complex initiatives.

Preferred:
Public accounting experience, particularly Big 4Sustainability reporting experience

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:
Strong Excel skillsAbility to learn new systems Ability to professionally handle confidential informationDetail-oriented and well-organizedAbility to think critically and suggest solutionsAbility to work independently to research issues and recommend and implement solutionsEnjoys delivering on complex work in a dynamic global operating environmentAbility to coordinate efforts of others and work well with individuals at a wide range of levels as a dependable and reliable business partnerAbility to take initiative, complete assignments and prioritize work to achieve objectivesStrong verbal and written communication skillsSense of urgency, with ability to change priorities quickly as neededStrong desire to learn and continuously improve

Preferred:
Experience with Oracle and/or OneStream financial systemsExperience with Benchmark Gensuite and/or Workiva software systemsFamiliarity with reporting standards and frameworks such as the GHG protocol, CSRD, SASB, TCFD.

Travel: 10%

About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life ... with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career ... with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection ... with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute-it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on "Candidates" to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.