Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Hiring for Manager, Finance – Disney Springs Job at Lake Buena Vista, FL Full Time

Disney Springs is a 127 acre retail, dining, and entertainment complex with over 150 venues including World of Disney, the largest Disney merchandise store in the world. We are seeking an experienced leader to support the Disney Springs VP, General Managers and Proprietors. This individual will provide financial and strategic support and direction, including financial planning and analysis, business development & leasing strategy, and ad hoc decision support. This role has one direct report and daily contact with Operations leaders in Merchandise, Food & Beverage, Custodial and Entertainment.

This individual integrates heavily with other finance, analytical, and operations partners, driving key initiatives and planning processes for Disney Springs. Also in scope is strong collaboration with other business areas within the Disney Springs, Sports, Water Parks & Mini Golf, and Experience Optimization organization, providing consolidation and support for the SVP of Operations. This individual will report to the Senior Manager, Finance, Disney Springs.

Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will have a track record of positive leadership skills including the ability to inspire the team, develop Cast Members to reach their potential, and embrace and promote Disney values. This individual will work with their team, partners, and clients to understand and manage financial goals and bring an entrepreneurial spirit to the work.

Additionally, they will support the continued growth of the property and development of both Owned & Operated and Operating Participant businesses.

Basic Qualifications:

• Lead team responsible for financial planning processes, including the Long Term Plan, Annual Operating Plan, Capital Plan and Forecast for the Disney Springs business. Proactively anticipate next steps, future opportunities, and/or future challenges to financial performance
• Inspire a team and adapt leadership style to needs of individual team members to serve the business
• Demonstrate passion and commitment to diversity and inclusion, including inviting diverse perspectives and fostering an inclusive work environment
• Understand and presents complex business issues and solves problems creatively as a credible, approachable partner and advisor on financial matters
• Demonstrate proven proficiency in pro forma development, quantitative analysis, and complex financial modeling with ability to translate into actionable insights and recommendations
• Energetically embrace new thoughts and ideas, focuses on continuous improvement
• Remain flexible and able to anticipate changes; respond to daily operational needs and priorities with agility
• Exceptional partnership, influencing, and interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation, verbal and written communication skills for executive audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years finance and leadership experience

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or equivalent

Preferred Education:

• MBA, Master’s degree in Finance or equivalent