Inside the Role of the ESG Controller

The landscape of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is rapidly evolving, with new compliance and accounting requirements driving increased rigor, processes, and procedures across organizations—creating a need for new roles and fostering innovation. As new disclosure frameworks emerge, such as the European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and California’s SB 253 and SB 261, organizations must adapt their internal structures to ensure compliance and transparency. This shifting terrain presents a unique opportunity for controllers to take a leading role in ESG compliance and reporting.

In this webinar, we will explore why the emerging role of the ESG Controller is becoming critical in the modern business environment. We will discuss how controllers, with their deep understanding of accounting, internal controls, and compliance, are perfectly positioned to manage the complexities of ESG reporting. By aligning sustainability initiatives with financial disclosure requirements, ESG Controllers can drive efficient, accurate, and comprehensive reporting processes.

Learning objectives:

• Define the key responsibilities of an ESG Controller and how this role fits within the finance and sustainability teams.
• Discover the strategic importance of ESG Controllers in enhancing cross-functional collaboration and supporting corporate ESG goals.
• Learn how ESG Controllers establish controls and ensure the integrity of ESG data across various functions.
• Clarify common questions around function qualifications, strategic contributions, and the differences between ESG Controllers and other sustainability roles.