Sr Financial Analyst (Project Hire)

Job-Zusammenfassung:

The Walt Disney Company is a world-class entertainment and technological leader.  Walt’s passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the world – a passion that remains our touchstone in an enterprise that stretches from theme parks, resorts and a cruise line to sports, news, movies and a variety of other businesses.  Uniting each endeavor is a commitment to creating and delivering unforgettable experiences – and we’re constantly looking for new ways to enhance these exciting experiences.  Bring your individual talents here and discover for yourself why a career with Disney is the opportunity you’ve been looking for.  “It takes people to make the dream a reality.”  Walt was on to something when he said that, and it continues to ring true today.  No matter the stage in your career, being a part of Walt Disney Parks & Resorts means being a part of a team where you help bring innovation to life through unsurpassed products, services, and most importantly remarkable experiences.  As a Cast Member you are the steward and connection to our legacy and the backbone of our thriving innovations.  Join our team and watch your dreams come true. 

This is a temporary assignment through 10/2028 with no guarantee of permanent placement.

 

The Senior Financial Analyst (Project Hire) role will be part of the Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) Finance team which supports the ideation, design, production, and construction of projects within the WDI organization through the development of critical planning processes, such as the Annual Operating Plan and long-range plan.  This position partners in several key business areas with responsibilities including (but not limited to): 

 

• Support the early project ideation phase by being the financial business partner supporting Creative Development, Blue Sky, and Global Creative Strategy

• Regularly interact with executives and senior management on matters concerning multiple functional areas, divisions and/or clients

• Prepare and maintain detailed financial reports using a variety of systems and applications

• Monitor and control costs, as well as track commitments (both internal and 3rd party consultants / contractors)

• Prepare budgets and perform financial sensitivity analysis where appropriate

• Develop and coordinate key financial processes (Annual Operating Plan and Forecasts, long range plan)

• Analyze actual financial results and/or prospective new business proposals

• Build financial models and other tools to analyze key performance indicators and perform ad hoc analyses

• Prepare comprehensive business reviews and updates to Executive-level audiences on a timely basis

• Build financial models and other tools to analyze key performance indicators and perform ad hoc analyses

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong problem solving, decision making and analytical skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced team environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously across multiple disciplines

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Possesses an understanding of financial controls (e.g., budgeting, forecasting)

• SAP, Excel, PowerPoint proficiency

• Ability to deliver presentations and communication to audiences of all levels persuasively, articulately and with full command of the topic

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting or related field

• Prior Walt Disney Company, entertainment, attractions, construction, real estate, or manufacturing industry experience

• Proficiency in Power BI / other data visualization software

 

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent

The hiring range for this position in California is $104,800.00 to $128,000.00 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.