Sr Financial Analyst

About the Role & Team

This individual will support the West Coast DX Business Operations team, overseeing accounting requirements, reporting of financial transactions, and key project work of site-based Currency Operations, Ticket Fulfillment, and Asset Management, by providing analytical and process support to the departments. They will also support the DX Asset Management Upcycle programs for Disneyland and Walt Disney World for both internal and external clients. They will have oversight of tracking, auditing, and final disposition of company assets in accordance with company policies, accounting practices, tax laws, and support of zero-waste initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Develop and present detailed department metrics and variance analysis to leadership
• Oversee Resort cash safe access audits
• Manage upcycle projects including planning, forecasting and actual usage for related materials. Engagement with internal and external clients for all related upcycle requirements (design, legal, product integrity, contracts, manufacturing, and other tasks as assigned).
• Uses acquired knowledge and understanding of Asset Management functions, processes, and policies to provide support to Operations, Walt Disney Imagineering, Facilities, and other project partners and complete assigned work
• Provide accounting guidance priorities and resolving issues
• Assist with Asset Management efforts when possible – Project walks, Heritage Program, Liquidation channels, IP security, audits
• Demonstrates expanded knowledge of Asset Management processes and controls, providing context and perspective to assist with decision making.
• Maintain confidentiality on Company-wide initiatives and department policies and procedures

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 2 or more years of experience with Finance / Accounting
• Detail focused while able to understand the big picture
• Desire to improve and receive feedback while maintaining a positive outlook
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Strong understanding of spreadsheets and databases
• Proven ability to quickly learn different types of software and systems
• Solid understanding of internal controls
• Flexible/adaptable when priorities are constantly changing
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities and perform job responsibilities accurately while working in a fast-paced and vibrant environment
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Proven strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills to all levels of the organization, including executives
• Solves complex problems, improves processes, and works independently with minimal guidance

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Education
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Disability accommodation for employment applications

The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.

The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

The hiring range for this position in California is $103,400 to $126,200 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.

About Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney’s global consumer products operations include the world’s leading licensing business; the world’s largest children’s publishing brands; one of the world’s largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. 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.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. , which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences .

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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