The Walt Disney Company · 11 hours ago
Manager - ESG Reporting
Burbank, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $141K/yr
5+ years expThe Walt Disney Company is a leading entertainment and media conglomerate, and they are seeking an ESG Reporting Manager to oversee the company's Environmental, Social, and Governance reporting processes. This role involves managing ESG disclosures, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating with various departments to align ESG data with business objectives.
Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts
Responsibilities
Lead the coordination, consolidation, and preparation of ESG disclosures for annual and interim reporting cycles, including alignment with global frameworks such as GRI, ISSB (IFRS S1/S2), CSRD, TCFD, and SASB
Ensure ESG reporting deliverables meet internal and external deadlines, regulatory requirements, and investor expectations
Oversee quality control processes and documentation to ensure data integrity and audit readiness
Provide day-to-day leadership and support to the Senior Accountant – ESG Reporting, delegating tasks and reviewing deliverables
Partner closely with the Senior Manager – ESG Reporting to set ESG reporting strategies and manage complex disclosure initiatives
Build effective cross-functional relationships with stakeholders in Sustainability, Finance, Legal, Risk, and Operations to align ESG data with business objectives
Develop, maintain, and enhance ESG data management frameworks and reporting tools
Oversee the collection, validation, and reconciliation of ESG metrics (e.g., Scope 1-3 emissions, employee diversity, health and safety performance)
Analyze ESG performance data, identify trends, and support internal reporting and decision-making processes
Monitor and interpret evolving ESG disclosure requirements from regulators and standard setters (e.g., EU CSRD, SEC proposals, IFRS Sustainability Standards)
Ensure the organization is audit-ready for ESG disclosures and liaise with internal and external auditors as needed
Contribute to ESG assurance readiness and support the implementation of controls and documentation practices
Identify and lead initiatives to improve ESG reporting accuracy, efficiency, and automation
Evaluate and implement ESG reporting tools, platforms, and dashboards in coordination with IT and Sustainability teams
Support the upskilling of finance and non-finance stakeholders in ESG concepts, metrics, and reporting processes
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial reporting
Experience managing cross-functional teams or stakeholders, with proven project delivery skills
Exceptional organizational and project management abilities, with a detail-oriented and deadline-driven approach
Advanced analytical and data interpretation skills
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, capable of presenting ESG performance to senior leadership and external parties
Proficiency with ESG and financial reporting systems (e.g., SAP, Workiva, Power BI) and data governance tools
Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working in a dynamic regulatory environment
Strong attention to detail
Able to manage to tight deadlines
Strong people skills to establish effective working relationships at all levels of the organization
Ability to work under pressure in an environment where priorities must be continually re-evaluated and adapted as possible
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Preferred
Additional certification or training in sustainability or ESG reporting (e.g., GRI, ISSB, TCFD, CDP) is preferred
Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA)
Technical knowledge of ESG data, financial reporting principles, and sustainability frameworks an advantage
Familiarity with ESG reporting regulations and standards, e.g. CSRD, ISSB/IFRS S1 & S2, and climate-related risk disclosures
Benefits
A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
The full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11BKey Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Iger
CEO
Christine M. McCarthy
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-24
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