At Disney, we are storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, sports events and news and information products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. The Walt Disney Company’s Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) division is a new, global business segment for The Walt Disney Company that is responsible for the operations of the streaming services, including Disney+ (including Star and Disney+ Hotstar internationally), Hulu, and ESPN+ and domestic broadcast and cable television networks.
DMED is seeking a Senior Manager who will be an exceptional addition to the DTC Shared Services Platforms, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. You will report to the VP, FP&A and will play an integral role in leading the Data and Customer Service organizations (managing +$300m in capex and opex budgets), providing business and finance leaders important financial insights. The Shared Services Platforms organizations support Disney’s global streaming businesses (D+, Hulu, ESPN+, Star+). The right person for this role possesses leadership experience, 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:
Oversee the Long-Range Plan, Annual Operating Plan, Forecasts, and Quarterly Close processes for the Data and Customer Service organizations supporting D+, Hulu, ESPN+, Star+
Build effective partnerships with Data and Customer Service business partners and Corporate finance to align operating plans and budget targets
Understand and explain variances between actual results and financial projections for all components, and provide timely financial insights to business partners
Create and maintain necessary P&L reporting for business partners
Manage labor planning and strategy for global Customer Service
Prepares and present financial materials and decks to executive senior leadership (CDO, SVPs, CFOs, etc.)
Supports the processes to ensure the integrity of the accounting functionality, controls and processes
Manage and develop a small but talented team
Support ad-hoc analyses and corporate reporting as needed
Basic Qualifications:
8+ years of relevant work experience in finance, preferable in the media & technology industry
Recent managing experience required
Demonstrated proficiency in quantitative analysis and financial modeling
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and collaborate tools such as Google Sheets and Slides
Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking skills
Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities and perform job responsibilities accurately while working in a fast-paced environment
Strong leadership qualities, interpersonal skills, and teamwork/partnering ability
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Ability to compose concise written descriptions of complex issues, supported by detailed analysis
Ability to simplify complex issues and incorporate effective “storytelling” to influence the audience
Ability to deliver presentations and communication to audiences of all levels persuasively, articulately and with full command of the topic
Familiarity with using enterprise GL tools such as SAP
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent
The Walt Disney Company’s Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) is a new, global business segment for The Walt Disney Company that is responsible for all monetization of content—both distribution and ad sales—and oversees the operations of the Company’s streaming services, including Disney+ (including Star and Disney+ Hotstar internationally), Hulu, and ESPN+ and domestic broadcast and cable television networks. DMED brings together the Company’s best-in-class product, technology, and commercialization teams together into one global organization, with the goal of expanding the footprint of Disney’s world-class content and beloved brands and delivering highly-personalized entertainment experiences to diverse consumers around the world. DMED works in close collaboration with Disney’s Studio, General Entertainment, and Sports content creation teams on programming and marketing for the streaming services and networks.
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