Finance Manager at The Walt Disney Company

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Media, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

ACCA/CIMA Qualified or equivalent qualification
Significant experience in financial planning and analysis
Experience of leading and developing teams
Delivery of projects to a high standard and to demanding deadlines
Track record of providing commercial support to business partners that is insightful, timely and responsive
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, flexible to all levels of the organisation
Ability to produce clear and insightful presentations that deliver key messaging at the appropriate level of detail incorporating input from multiple business partners
Numerate and analytical with a desire to think through and resolve strategic problems

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Finance Director & Senior Finance Manager to drive the quarterly Forecasting, AOP and 5YP processes and all related deliverables and presentations for Channels
Assist Senior Finance Manager in providing commercial support to Regional SVPs and their respective teams
Manage the Channel Regional P&L and Pan Regional ad sales reporting
Work closely with and provide guidance and support to all EMEA Finance teams
Co-ordinate with Accounting and Controllership to support the Quarterly Close process
Support a ‘one team’ approach within EMEA finance
Build a network amongst the finance leadership community across lines of business and markets, sharing resources and knowledge
Adopt a flexible approach to provide ad hoc finance support to the finance leadership across all Media lines of business

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial ForecastingAOPP&L ManagementAd Sales ReportingQuarterly CloseCommercial SupportFinance LeadershipBudgeting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this Finance Manager role?

This is an office-based role requiring 4 days a week in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home on either Monday or Friday.

What are the key required qualifications and skills for this position?

Candidates need to be ACCA/CIMA Qualified or equivalent, with significant experience in financial planning and analysis, leading teams, delivering projects to high standards under deadlines, providing insightful commercial support, excellent communication skills, and strong analytical abilities.

What benefits are offered for this role?

Benefits include 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance and dental care, free park entry for family and friends, and Disney product discounts.

What is the salary for the Finance Manager position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Finance Manager role?

A strong candidate will have ACCA/CIMA qualification, proven experience in financial planning, team leadership, delivering high-quality projects under pressure, insightful commercial support, excellent communication, and analytical problem-solving skills.