Carbon Accountant (GHG Inventories)
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationRemote, San Francisco, Raleigh, New York City
Work moderemote · United States
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1–3 yrs
DepartmentSustainability
Company size1+ people
PostedMay 7, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live2d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on May 7, 2025No pay range listed, though California requires one
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1-3 years' experience in GHG emissions accounting
Strong motivation and passion for carbon accounting and corporate sustainability
Excellent mathematical skills and ability to work with data in various formats
Familiarity with carbon accounting concepts and a basic understanding of GHG emissions reporting
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex information to non-technical audiences
Ability to handle several clients and projects at once (5-10) while meeting deadlines
High level of proficiency in Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel
Extremely high attention to detail and organizational skills
Avid learner that is always seeking to expand expertise and share findings with the team
Proactive, takes initiative, and a problem solver
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management and ability to navigate competing priorities and deadlines
Ability to respond positively to pressure and take a flexible approach to a dynamic, fast moving and changing work environment
A team player, collaborative but also the ability to work independently with little supervision
Capable of self-led learning and process implementation
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Asana, and Slack
Professional presence with the ability to quickly establish personal credibility and demonstrate expertise
Able to work on virtual teams across different time zones
Strong understanding of carbon accounting standards (ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, etc.)
Calculating and report scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions with minimal guidance and supervision
Exposure to supplier engagement, inventory management plans, and decarbonization roadmaps
Experience with preparing carbon accounting calculations for third-party assurance
Enjoys independent research & process improvement deployments
Understands how carbon accounting fits into frameworks and regulations (CDP, Ecovadis, SB 253, etc.)
Must be based in North America
Does not require sponsorship now, or in the future
Skills
Google Sheets
Microsoft Excel
Asana
Slack
ROLE
We are looking for a highly motivated Carbon Accountant to support the end-to-end delivery of carbon footprints and climate reporting disclosures aligned with industry standards. This person will lead clients through technical conversations about carbon accounting and reporting across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, while receiving support from senior team members. Clients range in size, industry, and location, and this person will provide guidance on preparing for and reporting to mandatory and voluntary frameworks such as CDP, Ecovadis, SBTi, and Microsoft. Additional cross-functional support expected as needed in product development, customer success, and business development. Person must be based in North America and does not require sponsorship now, or in the future.
KEY EXPERIENCE
Key Experience:
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1-3 years’ experience in GHG emissions accounting.
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Strong motivation and passion for carbon accounting and corporate sustainability.
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Excellent mathematical skills and ability to work with data in various formats.
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Familiarity with carbon accounting concepts and a basic understanding of GHG emissions reporting.
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex information to non-technical audiences.
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Ability to handle several clients and projects at once (5-10) while meeting deadlines.
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High level of proficiency in Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel.
Nice to have
Nice-to-haves that will make you stand out:
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Strong understanding of carbon accounting standards (ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, etc.)
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Calculating and report scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions with minimal guidance and supervision
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Exposure to supplier engagement, inventory management plans, and decarbonization roadmaps
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Experience with preparing carbon accounting calculations for third-party assurance
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Enjoys independent research & process improvement deployments
•
Understands how carbon accounting fits into frameworks and regulations (CDP, Ecovadis, SB 253, etc.)
SKILLS & STRENGTHS
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Extremely high attention to detail and organizational skills
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Avid learner that is always seeking to expand expertise and share findings with the team
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Proactive, takes initiative, and a problem solver
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Outstanding verbal and written communication skills (both internally and externally)
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Start-up experience is a plus
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Excellent time management and ability to navigate competing priorities and deadlines for different clients at the same time
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Ability to respond positively to pressure and take a flexible approach to a dynamic, fast moving and changing work environment.
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A team player, collaborative but also the ability to work independently with little supervision
•
Capable of self-led learning and process implementation
•
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Asana, and Slack
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Professional presence with the ability to quickly establish personal credibility and demonstrate expertise
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Able to work on virtual teams across different time zones
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Our ideal candidate will be someone who wants to flourish in a technical analytics environment at the leading edge of sustainability.
WHAT WE OFFER
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Competitive Salary
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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on climate action by helping businesses embrace sustainability
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Remote and hybrid work options
About the company
We hire talented and passionate people from a variety of backgrounds because we want our global employee base to represent the wide diversity of our customers. If you’re excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every bullet point listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. If you’re a builder at heart, share our company values, and enthusiastic about making software toolmaking ubiquitous, we want to hear from you.
Legal
Greenplaces is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.