Job Description

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 an enthusiastic

Finance Analyst

to make a meaningful impact and be part of a dynamic team. Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes!


Reporting into our Finance Manager and supporting the Content Sales team, the successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing our Content Licensing P&L, whilst acting as a business partner to senior leadership and the broader team to create the revenue forecast and model deals across multiple markets and clients.


As a Finance Analyst within Content Sales, the individual will also be crucial in consolidating our regional roll up our EMEA markets, providing submissions to central planning and Burbank along with owning the Studio Ultimates process.

Please note:

This is an office-based role. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home.

What You Will Do

Aid the Regional consolidation of all analysis, reporting and presentations for the Quarterly Forecast, AOP and 5YP processes for Content Sales EMEA Prepare all necessary analysis, reporting and presentations for the Quarterly Forecast, AOP and 5YP processes for regionally managed territories Co-ordinate with Accounting and Controllership to support the Quarterly Close process Work closely with and provide guidance and support to all EMEA territory Finance teams Provide financial and commercial support to the Content Sales team on deal renewals and other sales activity Support the Finance Manager on any Content Sales ultimates processes and deliverables to the Burbank (US) Finance team and support Content Valuation exercises for EMEA Support the Content Sales Finance Manager and Director with any ad-hoc analysis, financial modelling, reporting and presentations as required Support a 'one team' approach within EMEA finance. Build a network amongst the finance leadership community across lines of business and markets, sharing resources, knowledge and best practice Adopt a flexible approach to provide ad hoc finance support to the finance leadership across all Media lines of business

Required Qualifications & Skills

Degree Qualified and ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified or equivalent qualification. Experience in financial planning and analysis, experience of working in a similar role within the Media sector preferable Experience working with financial IT systems, experience working with SAP/BW and Cognos Reporting and excellent proven Excel skills 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 Financial modelling and analysis Template creation and consolidation Numerate and analytical with a desire to think through and resolve problems Results focused and outcome driven

The Perks

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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.