Finance Analyst in London

About the Role & Team
Be you, be here, be part of the story!

At The Walt Disney Company, magic is more than just a word; it\’s a way of life. For a century, we\’ve been inspiring imaginations, celebrating diversity, and bringing families together through our beloved stories, characters, and experiences. From our iconic theme parks and resorts to our groundbreaking films, television shows, interactive media and products, we\’re dedicated to creating magic that knows no bounds.

We are looking for a Finance Analyst to make a meaningful impact and be part of a dynamic team. Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes!

The EMEA Central Planning team are responsible for region wide financial consolidation, reporting and associated analysis of all planning cycles (AOP and all forecast cycles). The team provide direct support to the overall EMEA management team, working very closely with the Disney Entertainment Planning team in the US, as well as all LOBs and Markets across the EMEA region.

Please note: This is an office-based role. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday).

What You Will Do
Delivery

Generate cost reports using finance and accounting systems to provide accurate data for use by Central Planning team and the cost centre leads for forecasts, budget and quarter close

Take responsibility for regular quarterly activities to ensure effective financial administration and cost management, including for example: Prepare and regularly update cost templates

Quarter end close tasks, journals, accruals

Work closely with specific shared functions (including but not limited to Legal & Sourcing) to ensure effective delivery of forecasts, budgets and close

Review and consolidate EMEA market Entertainment & Sports submissions

Seek to standardize and automate cost reporting wherever possible

Review specific cost centres to identify issues, opportunities and possible solutions and flag them to wider team or business partners as appropriate

Business Partnering

Work directly with cost centre leads to provide financial support and accurate reporting

Engage with EMEA markets for accurate and timely submission of reporting templates

Assist more senior colleagues, within or outside of the immediate team, in preparing presentations to communicate clear financial messages to the business

Ad hoc work as required

Management

Manage end-to-end processes in support of planning cycles

Provide robust, timely and accurate financial reporting to stakeholders

Use Technology to automate wherever possible and drive better results

Tailor messages appropriately to the audience

Required Qualifications & Skills

University degree or equivalent

Part or newly qualified accounting qualification (CIMA / ACCA / ACA etc.)

An understanding of financial planning and analysis, and experience of working in a similar role within the Media sector would be highly desirable

Experience working with financial IT systems, with strong proficiency in Excel

Experience of working with and providing financial support to operational and commercial teams

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Ability to produce clear and insightful presentations that deliver key messaging at the appropriate level of detail

Exposure within financial modelling and analysis

Experienced with template creation and consolidation

Numerate and analytical with a desire to think through and resolve problems

Results focused and outcome driven

The Perks

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance & dental care

Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free

Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing

Excellent parental and guardian leave

Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

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