Senior Analyst, Sustainability Finance

Senior Analyst, Sustainability Finance at Sherwin-Williams summary:

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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.

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 . 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.

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 systems

  • Organize data, metrics, and other qualitative information for use in sustainability reporting

  • Identify and implement ongoing enhancements to the data collection process

  • Focus 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 reporting

  • Prepare various tie-outs to company records for completeness and accuracy

  • Maintain 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 needed

  • Assist with reconciliations between source systems and various sustainability systems

  • Consolidate data and perform comparable analyses of data across comparable periods to identify trends and outliers for investigation

• Monitor emerging sustainability regulations, trends, and issues related to disclosure as necessary to determine applicability to the global enterprise

• Contribute to team success through participation in projects and non-routine transactions as needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
  
  

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, finance, environmental science, sustainability, analytics, or related field
• Certified 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 4
• Sustainability reporting experience

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• Strong Excel skills
• Ability to learn new systems
• Ability to professionally handle confidential information
• Detail-oriented and well-organized
• Ability to think critically and suggest solutions

• Ability to work independently to research issues and recommend and implement solutions

• Enjoys delivering on complex work in a dynamic global operating environment

• Ability to coordinate efforts of others and work well with individuals at a wide range of levels as a dependable and reliable business partner

• Ability to take initiative, complete assignments and prioritize work to achieve objectives

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Sense of urgency, with ability to change priorities quickly as needed
• Strong desire to learn and continuously improve

Preferred:

• Experience with Oracle and/or OneStream financial systems
• Experience with Benchmark Gensuite and/or Workiva software systems
• Familiarity with reporting standards and frameworks such as the GHG protocol, CSRD, SASB, TCFD.

Travel: 10%

Keywords:

sustainability finance, ESG reporting, CSRD compliance, EU Taxonomy, data reconciliation, sustainability reporting, ESG data analysis, internal controls, OneStream, Gensuite