Senior Financial Analyst, Studio FP&A

Job-Zusammenfassung:

Imagine a career with an organization that brings smiles to millions around the world every day. Imagine working with people whose passion for what they do is simply indescribable. At The Walt Disney Company, it’s our people who carry the torch and ensure that our innovation and excellence in entertainment lives on. And you see it in all we do: from thrills on the high seas to the adrenaline rush of a coaster ride; from the action on the big screen to the action of the big game, everyday someone is being touched by a Disney brand. And you can be too. Isn’t it time you bring your unique talents to Disney? 

JOB DESCRIPTION 
The Disney Entertainment segment is the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built, and at its heart are world-renowned animated features and live-action motion pictures. Studio Financial Planning and Analysis (Studio FP&A) is dedicated to providing high quality information and services to our business partners. We support their decision making process while earning their confidence and respect by efficiently reporting and maintaining accurate and timely financial data. Our vision is to be the global leader in providing financial and technical expertise. We will promote innovation and growth by developing our employees and maximizing technology while maintaining a fun environment. 

The Group is currently seeking a Senior Financial Analyst that will play a key role within the Studio FP&A group with the review and consolidation of various budgets and forecasts across the pillar (Content Sales, Licensing & Other (CSLO)). This offers a great opportunity to work across the various Walt Disney Studios’ lines of businesses (production, theatrical, etc.) and also provides exposure to a number of other teams within the company (planning and controllership). 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the Studio Overhead consolidation process at each 5YP, budget and forecast, including COC analysis and incentive comp analysis & allocation

• Work closely with Studio Business Unit Finance teams (e.g., Marvel, Pixar, Studio Technology, Studio Operations, etc) to understand business issues impacting Overhead

• Partner with compensation planning team and Studio Business Units to validate labor planning and facilitate headcount transfers in/out of Studio

• Assist with the CSLO P&L consolidation process at each 5YP, budget and forecast, including Lucasfilm and Merchandising analysis

• Perform ad-hoc analysis at the request of Studio senior management

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience

• Bachelor’s degree required (emphasis in Business, Finance or Accounting preferred) 

• CPA and/or MBA a plus

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and resolve issues

• Strong knowledge of Excel

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to summarize ideas and issues to Studio management

• Strong attention to detail without losing sight of broader objectives 

• Ability to drive and implement process improvements across key activities

• Ability to work well in teams, both within the group and also with other business units 

• Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment

• SAP and Cognos experience is a plus

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines

• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and projects at the same time, while keeping supervisor properly informed 

STUDIO OVERVIEW 
It’s the magic of immersing yourself in a motion picture masterpiece, or a new track from your favorite band, or the spectacle of a live Broadway show. It’s hard to define and even harder to create, but that’s what we do at The Walt Disney Studios. Ours is a culture of innovation, collaboration and creativity. We raise the bar, then step over it, blazing trails through the production and distribution of world class entertainment around the globe. If you want to help tell compelling, enduring stories through movies, music or stage plays, then we want to hear from you. 

THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY OVERVIEW 
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with five business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, interactive media and consumer products. Disney is a Dow 30 Company with revenues of over $40 billion. 

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, California is $103,400 to $126,200.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.