Financial Analyst

About the Role & Team

At Disney, we‘re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through applying and developing technology, and innovating to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our dedicated team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

Disney Entertainment Television Finance is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their National Geographic Partner’s Finance & Planning Team. National Geographic Partners is joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and the National Geographic Society. This individual will be primarily responsible for financial analysis and modeling related to the Domestic, International (NGCI) and Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Channels business area. The candidate will sit within the NGP finance organization, reporting into the Manager of Finance.

What You Will Do

• Perform analysis, provide insight, and develop communications for a range of deliverables to be used by Senior Management, including Monthly forecasts, annual operating plans, five - year plans and Investment requests

• Coordinate with internal partners along with direct management team to support a variety of finance efforts

• Assist with the preparation and delivery of management reports. Develop commentary / cause of change explanations for reports based on both department / client requirements.

• Develop a solid understanding of the business and strategic plans of supported client groups

• Provide client groups with financial planning & analysis support for new initiatives and other ad hoc projects/analysis

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 2 years of related work experience

• Basic understanding of finance and accounting; including financial modeling & return on investment analysis

• Strong business and financial savvy

• Strong computer skills, including high proficiency in both Excel and PowerPoint

• Basic research and analytical skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Establishes relationships, interacts with all levels of management and be an integral teammate

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Capable of working in fast-paced and constantly evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP and Cognos experience a plus

Education

• Bachelor’s required - Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics (or equivalent) is preferred

Benefits:

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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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 fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.