Analyst, Finance

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. 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.

How will you contribute to our magical experience?

The Finance Analyst will join our team to support planning and forecasting processes.

This role is crucial for providing essential information that facilitates decision-making and ensures close collaboration with the business. It offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the company’s success and growth, contributing to strategic initiatives and driving business performance.

The Finance Analyst will be responsible for:

• Prepare and coordinate forecast, annual operating plan and five-year plan financial submissions. Understand and explain variations.
• Analyze actual P&L variances against forecast, plan and prior year for external reporting purposes.
• Communicate regularly with budget owners to ensure plans reflect most current strategies and information.
• Review, analyze and consolidate financial submissions.
• Assists with developing and maintaining systems, allowing financial planning and control for budgeting and reporting purposes.
• Develop and manage relationship with accounting to ensure financial statements accurately reflect results and policies.
• Assist Manager with financial estimating and tracking of daily operation.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting as required to support the financial needs of the business.
• Collaborate with the preparation of presentations for Senior Management.
• Consult with the Accounting team during quarterly financial close.

What we need from you to be part of this story:

• Degree in Business Administration, Financial areas, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in Accounting, Finance or Planning.
• Advanced knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office tools.
• Intermediate level of English.
• Knowledge of SAP/BW/Cognos is a plus.

Additional Information:

At Disney, we believe it takes great people to create the memorable experiences, products and services our consumers know and love. We are a team of storytellers and hire under equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability and gender identity. We foster a corporate culture of belonging and inclusiveness, which empowers our staff and company to thrive. At Disney, everyone has the opportunity to speak up and participate, grow and share ideas.

“You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But it takes people to make the dream a reality.” Walt Disney