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Disneyland Resort (DLR) Financial Planning & Analysis is looking for a forward-thinking team leader who is passionate about delivering quality results and enjoys working closely with commercial partners across the Disneyland Resort on both strategic and tactical challenges.
As part of the combined DLR Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Revenue Management & Analytics (RM&A) consolidations team, this leader will leverage technology, data analytics, and optimization to explore opportunities, shape business decisions, and drive business results for the Disneyland Resort. Dual reporting to the Senior Manager of Forecasting & Analytic and Director FP&A, the Finance Manager will lead the consolidation process for DLR’s monthly forecast, annual operating plan, and long term plan. The Finance Manager will also provide day-to-day financial support including revenue and cost trending analyses, assessments of major new and ongoing initiatives and development of senior executive level presentations.
A successful candidate will have strong leadership, strategic thinking, communication across teams and senior level executives, partnering, and analytical skills, including experience leading analytical, high performing teams in a fast paced environment. The ideal candidate would be a dynamic, flexible leader that excels in building relationships and driving results.
Responsibilities :
Lead the monthly forecast, annual operating plan and long term plan consolidation processes for the Disneyland Resort (DLR)
Manage the workflow and development of two financial analysts
Leverage data visualization techniques and communication skills to present complex analytical findings in clear business terms that facilitate acceptance and execution by business partners and senior executives
Prepare and develop comprehensive business reviews and updates to various Executive-level audiences, including ongoing dashboards (e.g. Tableau)
Analyze, review and summarize operating performance and key business drivers through the course of different planning cycles. Includes interpretation of metrics to obtain trends and recommend any needed actions
Develop and structure analyses for various projects / tasks such as revenue and cost trending analysis, operating labor, and historical performance
Partner closely with Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Revenue Management and Business Area Finance teams on the consolidation process
Develop, interpret and implement financial concepts in support of business unit and broader segment priorities
Design innovative analytical approaches for complex problems and serves as key integration point for Disneyland Resort and Segment Partners
Manage planning and forecasting processes for DLR G&A business areas and provide strategic support on an ad hoc basis
Basic Qualifications :
Minimum 4 – 6 years finance, accounting and/or business development experience
Leadership experience with strong statistical and analytical background; excellent track record of achievement, advancement, and performance
Strong quantitative and analytical skills: financial analysis, Excel modeling, structured problem solving; High attention to detail
Ability to self-manage objectives, improve processes and promote changes in a fast paced work environment
Strong organizational skills. Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities and perform job responsibilities accurately
Collaborative team player with strong intellectual curiosity and interpersonal skills including verbal, written, listening, and communication
Excellent presentation, influencing, and strategic thinking skills; ability to translate a concept into the financial elements and explain to multiple stakeholders within the organization; ability mobilize partners to get work done
Proven ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities with varied stakeholders
Strong understanding of the external market, economic and competitive forces
Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint; proven experience and strong understanding of SAP, company hierarchy, Business Analysis Reporting and Longview
Financial modeling and profitability/cost analysis experience (including key decision metrics – NPV, IRR, Payback, Operating Income analysis and improvement)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Required Education :
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Preferred Education :
MBA or Master’s degree in Data Science, Business Analytics or other quantitative fields, CPA or equivalent
Comfort with regression analysis, VBA and/or other advanced modeling tools
Experience with consolidation, forecast planning and variance analysis for large complex organizations
