Senior Financial Analyst- Streaming

Job Description

Disney Streaming Services is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst who will be an exceptional addition to the DTC Shared Services Platforms, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. You will report to the Manager, FP&A and will play an integral role in supporting the Data and Customer Service organizations, providing business leaders important financial insights. The Shared Services Platforms organizations support Disney's global streaming businesses (D+, Hulu, ESPN+ and Star+). The right person for this role has experience in the role and possesses robust financial modeling skills, strong analytical and communication skills, ability to work cross-functionally, and sets a high bar for themselves. If you are someone who sweats every pixel, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and jumps at the opportunity to take on new challenges, then this is a great role for you!

Responsibilities:
• Assist with developing financial models to manage both operational and capital expenses for Data and Customer Service departments (managing +$300M in expenses across both organizations)
• Prepare quarterly forecasts, annual planning and long-range planning for Data and Customer Service
• Ensure consistency, accuracy and transparency of financial reporting and timely delivery of financials to meet internal and external deadlines
• Proactively find opportunities for process optimization and work with partners to implement solutions surrounding quarter close and other elements of FP&A cycles
• Collaborate with Corporate FP&A and Accounting on the quarter close process to provide relevant variance analyses
• Partner with and support business leaders to align their operating plans and budget requirements to improve forecast accuracy
• Work with cross-functional teams to consistently identify and improve operational efficiencies across both finance and operational departments, particularly as it relates to budgeting and reporting
• Support ad-hoc analyses and corporate reporting as needed

Basic Qualifications:
• 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the media & technology industry
• Strong self-starter with the ability to work autonomously
• Teammate who can work in a cross-functional and dynamic environment
• Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task to deliver on critical deadlines
• Strong financial modeling and analytical abilities
• Strong presence and verbal communication skills, including ability to present to executive-level colleagues
• Experience with SAP or other financial & accounting systems
• Excellent computer skills, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related financial field of study

This role is considered hybrid, which means the employee will work a portion of their time on-site from a Company designated location and the remainder of their time remotely.

About Disney Streaming:

Comprised of the Company's international business units and various direct-to-consumer streaming services, Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) aligns technology, media distribution and advertising sales into a single business segment to create and deliver personalized entertainment experiences to consumers around the world.

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 with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. 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 Disney Streaming Services LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Streaming.

Disney Streaming Services LLC 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.

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