Senior financial analyst [h1.location_city]

Résumé du poste :

The Marketing Finance team provides financial, strategic planning and analytical support to the Disney Entertainment Marketing teams. Our team works with marketing business leaders to manage marketing investment decisions and to maximize the long-term financial results of the theatrical exhibition and direct-to-consumer businesses.

Reporting to the Manager, this position will partner with other finance team members to support a brand-focused organization and own financial planning responsibility for Disney+ and films, episodic series and other content from our Studio production groups : Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios, Disney Live Action, and 20th Century Studios.

The responsibilities for this role may change and candidates must be flexible as the organization evolves.

Responsibilities :

Oversee budgets for Burbank-managed international marketing spend, working closely with Print and A / V departments to ensure campaigns are properly funded across all studio titles

Work closely with marketing executives to track and communicate budget needs

Communicate international marketing spend to regional finance teams and work directly with them to ensure costs are distributed accurately

Manage Studio marketing overhead planning process, including review of labor planning, tracking other expenses (professional services, cast member relations, T&E, etc.), and communicating outgoing marketing allocations

Provide guidance for the quarterly close process for marketing and overhead spend, working closely with Studio Controllership on variance to forecast analysis

Create ad-hoc financial models, analyses, reports and related presentation materials.

Maintain and improve department financial reporting tools and processes

Contribute to the preparation and analysis of the Annual Operating Plan and Strategic Five-Year Plan

Assist accounting and other finance teams with development and maintenance of internal controls and processes; ensure the accuracy and reliability of all financial forecasts and reporting

Interface with varying levels of marketing management, studio and DTC finance, controllership, and other Disney segments

Assist Manager and Director with other department responsibilities, including ultimate management, FP&A and other activities

Basic Qualifications :

Ability to multi-task, work well with others in a fast-paced environment and keep stakeholders promptly informed

Proactive and adaptive communication style, able to effectively communicate with people from various disciplines, organizations, geographic locations and management levels

Ability to present and discuss work and results within and beyond finance, including the development of appropriate schedules and presentation materials

Analytical and financial modeling skills applying strategic thinking as well as an understanding of execution needs

Ability to organize and manage projects of varying complexity and length

Demonstrate professional excellence, integrity and dependability

Possess ability to work effectively with all levels of management

Embrace working in a highly collaborative environment

Independent and creative thinker

Intellectually curious and able to diplomatically challenge the status quo

Systems agnostic, able to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and tools

Strong knowledge of advanced Excel (including macros), PowerPoint, SAP and Cognos TM1

Education / Experience :

Minimum three years business experience in accounting or finance

BA / BS required; CPA or MBA preferred

Previous studio entertainment experience a plus

The hiring range for this position in California is $104,800.00-$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.