Manager, Dtc Content Finance

This is a Full Time Job

About the Role & Team
Featuring a portfolio of top-tier streaming services including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and Hotstar, Disney DTC is the premium entertainment destination that connects viewers to the great stories of The Walt Disney Company and more. We're looking for dedicated team-player specialists with an entrepreneurial spirit, who thrive upon the incomparable legacy of our company yet embrace unconventional thinking, and who are passionate about contributing to The Walt Disney Company's direct-to-consumer experience through strategic hard-work and determination.

What You Will Do
We are currently seeking a Manager for Disney+ Content Finance that will oversee financial planning and analysis for Disney Entertainment Television Network and Library Content distributed on Disney+. This role will interface with a wide variety of partners across the Company, including Regional and Global teams in DTC Finance, Programming, Creative, and Operations. You will work closely with key senior leaders in these areas to set Disney+ content financial plans while establishing clear communication and aligned objectives throughout the fiscal year. This is a great opportunity to join an exciting, high-priority growth area for the company.
• Execute quarterly forecasts, annual operating plans, and long-range plans for Disney Entertainment TV Network and Library Content on Disney+
• Run ad hoc analyses and reporting for DTC leadership and other Disney Entertainment stakeholders
• Develop and mentor one Senior Analyst
• Collaborate with Disney Entertainment and Regional DTC FP&A teams to oversee and communicate content investment and P&L forecasts
• Partner with Programming, Content Planning & Analysis, and other global teams to support strategic and operational decision-making
• Partner with Controllership teams across the company to set up reporting structures and interpret changes in content accounting treatment
• Stay up to date on SVOD industry trends amidst a rapidly changing landscape
• Oversee the financial planning of DETV content budgets through quarterly forecasts, annual budgeting, and long-range planning and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making
• Develop and mentor one Senior Analyst

Required Qualifications & Skills
• 4+ years of relevant experience ideally in entertainment, management or leadership background is a plus
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and resolve issues
• Expert knowledge of Excel, including building models from the ground up
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to summarize ideas and issues to Executive management
• Strong attention to detail without losing sight of broader objectives
• Ability to drive and implement process improvements across key activities
• Ability to work well in teams, both within the group and with other business units
• Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment
• SAP and Cognos experience is a plus
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and projects at the same time, while keeping management accurately informed

Education
• Bachelor's degree required (emphasis in Business, Finance or Accounting preferred), CPA or MBA is a plus

Additional Information
Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Disability accommodation for employment applications
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The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $124,900 to $152,500 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.