The Walt Disney Company Looking for Director-Finance at Orlando, FL Full Time

Disney Parks, Experiences and Products (DPEP) brings stories and characters to life through innovative and engaging physical products and digital experiences across more than 100 categories, from toys and t-shirts to apps, books, console games and much more. The business is home to world-class teams of app and game developers, licensing and retail experts, leading retail and e-commerce businesses – Disney store and ~~~ – as well as renowned artists, storytellers and technologists who inspire imaginations around the world.

We are seeking an experienced Director, Finance to lead the financial planning processes for Global and North America Third Party Commercialization, inclusive of Licensing and other retail business models. The Director will provide business support and overall strategic direction across key business cycles: Annual and long-term strategic plans, monthly forecasts and quarter close. The position will partner with business leaders across regions (NAM, APAC, EMEA, LATAM), brands (Disney, Marvel, Lucas) and categories (Hardlines, Softlines, Consumables) to provide strategic and financial support on key operational strategies and company initiatives.

The Director needs strong leadership abilities in combination with a diverse range of experiences. This leader should possess excellent analytic and problem solving abilities and have sound judgment and strong reasoning skills. An expectation of this role is to drive positive change within the organization by identifying opportunities, developing and championing a vision, and executing innovative solutions to advance the work and culture. This role demands exceptional organizational and partnership skills working with a diverse and creative leadership team, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Effective communication skills and a collaborative nature are critical to successfully managing in this executive role.

This position is located in the Orlando, Florida area, reports to the Vice President of Finance for Global Third Party Commercialization, and will lead a team of 3 direct reports.

Responsibilities :

Forecast, Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the annual operating plan, monthly forecasts, and 5 year strategic planning process (i.e. financial consolidation, deck preparation)

• Actively participate in quarter-close processes. Prepare executive presentations highlighting quarterly key performance drivers

• Monitor industry trends (i.e. media, retail, toys, consumables, softlines, consumer behavior) and interpret the strategic implications for the business

• Complete Divisional and Corporate requests: monthly, quarterly and ad hoc

• Track and report new business initiatives across categories and brands; develop and share best practices globally

• Lead the global consolidation team in other ad hoc projects such as cost base review, licensee rationalization and SKU efficiency

• Drive efficiency through process improvements, including constant update, revision and creation of financial models and templates

Strategic Planning, Analytics, and ad hoc projects

• Support the 5YP strategic process (i.e. financial consolidation, deck preparation)

• Support the definition and development of new Smart Forecasting system including: redefinition of our process; scope and frequency of forecast; and alternative forecasting models (including use of machine learning and/or AI tools)

• Partner with IT to systemize planning process leveraging data from disparate sources

• Lead a series of finance transformation projects aimed at increasing the data-driven decision making capabilities of the organization including the implementation of new revenue management team

• Assess revenue performance (e.g. SKU productivity, forecast accuracy) and identify areas of opportunity (SKU, retailer, licensee)

• Drive the development and reporting of KPIs (i.e. region, franchise, product category, revenue / HC)

• Develop competitive analysis, market research and benchmarking analytics

• Develop and share best practices

Organizational Development

• Champion a culture of creativity, collaboration, diversity and innovation

• Develop and mentor a team with 3 direct reports

• Contribute to the growth and development of the Consumer Products and Commercialization Finance team

Basic Qualifications :

• 10-12 years of Corporate Finance experience, with 3-5 years post-MBA (required)

• At least 2 years Director level experience is required and proven leadership skills

• Consumer Product experience a plus

• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and project management skills; capable of leading and managing an array of initiatives from project initiation through final presentation

• Fluency in communicating complex ideas and data sets graphically in an effective way for senior-level executives

• Excellent attention to detail

• Takes initiative and is a self-starter, with the ability to lead projects from inception

• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a collaborative team

• Familiarity with working in or with large organizations

• Proactive and adaptive communication style, able to effectively communicate with people from various disciplines, organizations, geographic locations and management levels

• Ability to organize and manage projects of varying complexity and length

• Analytical and financial modeling skills applying strategic thinking as well as an understanding of execution needs

• Demonstrated ability to influence and lead others in day-to-day assignments and complex projects

• Systems agnostic, able to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and tools; advanced Excel and PowerPoint ability; SAP and Cognos experience is a plus

Required Education :

• BS in Finance or related field (Accounting, Economics, etc.)

• MBA required

Job ID: 943585BR

Location: Orlando,Florida

Job Posting Company: Parks, Experiences and Products

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