Manager, ESG Controllership

Company Description

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented individual to drive the governance, controls, and integrity of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting. This role will be responsible for ensuring ESG data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and alignment with reporting standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial controllership, reporting processes, and sustainability frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:
ESG Reporting & Compliance:

• Oversee ESG data governance, internal controls, and reporting processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
• Ensure compliance with ESG reporting regulations (e.g., CSRD, SEC climate disclosures, ISSB) and internal policies.
• Support the integration of ESG metrics into financial reporting in alignment with established accounting standards.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Sustainability, and external auditors to ensure a controlled ESG reporting environment.

Data Integrity & Controls:

• Develop and implement controls for ESG data collection, validation, and reporting.
• Establish a framework for ESG risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.
• Support the implementation of technology solutions to enhance ESG data management and reporting.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work cross-functionally with Finance, Sustainability, Risk, and Investor Relations to drive ESG disclosure best practices.
• Provide technical ESG accounting and reporting expertise to internal teams.
• Partner with external auditors and assurance providers to facilitate ESG assurance activities.

Process Improvement & Strategy:

• Continuously enhance ESG reporting processes to align with evolving regulatory requirements and investor expectations.
• Develop training and guidance materials to strengthen ESG controllership capabilities across the organization.
• Monitor emerging ESG disclosure trends and provide strategic recommendations.

Benefits eligible: Yes
Bonus eligible: Yes
Long term incentive eligible: Yes
The expected salary range for this role is $112,860 – $143,900 per year 

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Sustainability, or a related field. CPA, CFA, or ESG-related certification preferred.
• 6 years of experience in financial controllership, reporting, audit, or ESG-related fields.
• Strong understanding of ESG reporting frameworks (CSRD, ISSB, SEC Climate Rule, GRI, TCFD, SASB).
• Experience in implementing internal controls and governance processes for financial or ESG reporting.
• Proficiency in ESG data management tools and financial reporting systems.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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