Job Posting Title:

Financial Accounting Analyst - Subscriptions

Req ID:

10110168

Job Description:

The Walt Disney Company’s Controllership team is seeking a Financial Accounting Analyst (FAA) who will be an exceptional addition to our Subscription Accounting team. This position will report to the Senior Manager, Financial Accounting with direct exposure to the Director. This position will support the accounting and financial reporting aspects of The Walt Disney Company’s subscription offerings. A successful candidate is a self-starter who is willing to embrace a challenge and continually seeks opportunities for efficiency, innovation, and process improvement.

Responsibilities:

Support the accounting function of our subscription businessOwn the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations for key balance sheet and expense accounts related to subscription during the quarter-end close processReview revenue share and bounty agreements for standalone and bundled subscriptions in domestic and international regions, as well as prepare monthly calculations and payments required under those agreementsUnderstand and maintain relationships with device partnersPerform analytical reviews and variance analyses for key financial and operating metricsCollaborate with Finance, Partnerships, and Tech teams to assist in implementing new business initiatives, support project deliverables, and provide financial reporting to support the needs of the businessTroubleshoot accounting issues in the system and propose solutions to management, utilizing judgment as to when items need to be escalatedIdentify opportunities for process improvements and help implement to obtain efficiencies, including collaborating with the Tech team to create and/or improve internal systems and processesMaintain an effective internal controls environmentProvide support for the annual financial statement auditSupport ad hoc analyses, special projects, and business initiatives

Basic Qualifications:

2 years of experience, with at least 1 year of public accounting experience preferredStrong knowledge of US GAAPStrong working knowledge of Microsoft business suite, specifically Excel, Word, and OutlookExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels of the organizationOrganized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable working in fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders
 

Preferred Qualifications:

Public accounting/auditing experienceCPA or CPA candidateIndustry experience in media and/or entertainmentExperience with SAP financials
 

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldThe hiring range for this position in California is $77,900.00 to $95,100.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

Controllership & Tax

Job Posting Primary Business:

DE Controllership

Primary Job Posting Category:

Accounting

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Santa Monica, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-01-22