Job Details

Overview

Location: Long Island City, NY; Greenville, SC; or Lewisville, TX.

Reporting to: Chief Accounting Officer.

Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts used in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. SMP also provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in the Engineered Solutions segment.

Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. SMP sells its products primarily to automotive aftermarket retailers, program distribution groups, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries.

Work Model

Hybrid — in-office three days per week (Mondays, Thursdays, and one additional day), remote two days.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ESG and sustainability data collection and validation in collaboration with cross-functional teams (finance/accounting, internal audit, legal, operations).
• Define data ownership, enhance data quality, resolve inconsistencies, and drive alignment on reporting expectations to ensure timely, accurate delivery.
• Calculate Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions and manage data using carbon accounting software.
• Support the transition to new software tools and continuously evaluate processes for efficiency, scalability, and automation.
• Design and implement internal controls in partnership with internal audit and other stakeholders.
• Develop meaningful internal metrics and KPIs, including executive dashboards.
• Identify and recommend strategies to reduce GHG emissions and mitigate environmental risks.
• Collaborate with legal, marketing, and investor relations on sustainability reporting, disclosures, and regulatory filings.
• Respond to ESG inquiries from customers with support from a shared resource.
• Stay current on evolving ESG frameworks and regulatory developments to ensure compliance and readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, MIS, Data Science, Sustainability, or related field—or equivalent experience in environmental leadership.
• Demonstrated success in advancing sustainability initiatives and ESG strategy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and geographies.
• Proven project management skills, with experience leading diverse teams to achieve goals.
• Proactive self-starter with strong analytical, research, and organizational capabilities, and keen attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of environmental regulations and sustainability reporting standards.
• Proficiency in process improvement.
• Experience with ESG software and reporting tools, including Workiva.
• Expertise in managing GHG inventory data and identifying reduction opportunities as well as other environmental risks/impacts.

The estimated salary range for this position in New York is $150,000-$215,000. Salaries are determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and geography; bonuses and other forms of compensation may apply and the range may vary. The actual salary offered will be based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certification obtained.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing