Senior Accountant – ESG Reporting

Job ID 10126060 Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Aug. 21, 2025

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About the Role & Team
Be you, be here, be part of the story!

At The Walt Disney Company, magic is more than just a word; it's a way of life. For a century, we've been inspiring imaginations, celebrating diversity, and bringing families together through our beloved stories, characters, and experiences. From our iconic theme parks and resorts to our groundbreaking films, television shows, interactive media and products, we're dedicated to creating magic that knows no bounds.

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our ESG Reporting team here at Disney!

The Senior Accountant – ESG Reporting will support the ESG Reporting Manager and Senior Manager in delivering accurate, consistent, and compliant Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data for both internal and external reporting purposes.

This role contributes to the development, coordination, and execution of ESG reporting processes aligned with global sustainability frameworks and evolving regulatory requirements. Working closely with Finance, Sustainability, and other cross-functional teams, the role ensures high-quality ESG disclosures that reflect the company’s strategic commitments and enhance transparency with stakeholders.

Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes!

Please note: This is an office-based role. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday).

What You Will Do

ESG Reporting Support

Assist the ESG Reporting Manager and Senior Manager in preparing ESG-related disclosures for annual and interim reporting cycles.
Consolidate and validate ESG data from across the organization to ensure accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
Maintain a strong understanding of applicable ESG frameworks (e.g., GRI, ISSB, TCFD, CSRD) and support compliance initiatives accordingly.

Data Management and Assurance

Collect, validate, and reconcile ESG metrics (e.g., greenhouse gas emissions, DE&I data, energy consumption) across business units
Ensure proper documentation and audit trail for all ESG data inputs and calculations.
Collaborate with internal data owners to improve the accuracy and efficiency of ESG data flows.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Liaise with Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Operations, and Risk teams to gather ESG data and insights.
Support the ESG Reporting Manager and Senior Manager in preparing reports and presentations for senior leadership and regulatory bodies.
Facilitate responses to ESG-related data requests from auditors, investors, or rating agencies.

Regulatory Monitoring and Compliance

Stay informed of changes in global ESG reporting standards and contribute to internal readiness assessments.
Help interpret new regulatory requirements and assess their implications on current reporting processes.
Assist in implementing controls to ensure compliance with ESG reporting obligations (e.g., EU CSRD, UK SECR, US SEC proposals).

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to streamline ESG reporting processes and improve data quality.
Contribute to the development and refinement of ESG data systems, templates, and tools.
Participate in ESG-related projects, audits, and system implementations as needed.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Experience and Professional Qualifications

3+ years of professional accounting experience, with an ACA / ACCA or CPA qualification.

Experience supporting ESG or non-financial reporting is preferable.
Familiarity with ESG frameworks such as GRI, SASB, ISSB, CDP, and TCFD would be advantageous.
Experience working in large or multinational organizations and with cross-functional teams.
Exposure to audit processes involving ESG data or sustainability assurance is a plus.

Strong data analysis and reconciliation skills with high attention to detail.
Good understanding of ESG and financial reporting intersections.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ESG/data management platforms (e.g. SAP, Power BI).
Effective communicator with the ability to explain technical topics to non-specialist audiences.
Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Maintains composure under pressure.
Earns the trust and respect of colleagues, partners, and customers.
Treats others with respect

The Perks

25 days annual leave
Private medical insurance & dental care
Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free
Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing
Excellent parental and guardian leave
Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

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About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company Limited, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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