Finance Analyst

Disney Parks and Resorts; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An international entertainment company is seeking a Finance Analyst in London to support the Content Sales team. The role involves overseeing financial analysis, managing budgets, and collaborating with finance professionals across EMEA. Ideal candidates will be degree-qualified, ACA/ACCA/CIMA accredited, and have experience in the media sector. Excellent communication and Excel skills are essential for success in this office-based position, which offers a blend of in-office and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance & dental care

Free Park Entry

Disney Discounts

Excellent parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in finance or related field.
• Experience in financial planning within the Media sector is preferable.
• Ability to create clear presentations.

Responsibilities

• Support and oversee financial analysis and reporting for Content Sales EMEA.
• Prepare presentations for quarterly forecasting and support finance teams.
• Provide financial and commercial support on deal renewals.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Communication skills

Excel skills

Analytical ability

Education

Degree Qualified and ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified

Tools

SAP/BW

Cognos Reporting

Job description

Job Summary:

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

• 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.

About The Walt Disney Company (EMEA):

Disney EMEA aims to drive growth, innovation and brand affinity across an extremely diverse collection of countries with a team of over 6,000 employees operating in 59 markets with offices in 29 countries.

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 that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. 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 The Walt Disney Company Limited , which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) .

The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. 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.