Graduate Finance Apprenticeship – Spring Intake

Job ID 10111405 Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted Jan. 20, 2025

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Job Summary:

Ready to make magic? We’re hiring for our Graduate Finance Apprenticeships.

During a Graduate Apprenticeship at Disney, you will get the chance to work side by side with industry leaders while you study towards your apprenticeship qualification – Level 7 Apprenticeship in Accountancy (equivalent to a master’s degree) alongside the CIMA Professional Accreditation. You will gain valuable skills working within one of the strongest family of brands on a global scale while building lasting connections. Imagine that!

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

There are two opportunities across different teams that you will be considered for:

Music and Studio Content Marketing

The team is part of the broader Studios Finance organisation responsible for managing the finance, planning and analysis across Studio content marketing and Music. They oversee the Studio Content marketing spend and Music revenue and royalty activity, supporting key marketing and sales stakeholders in both businesses. The Studio produces content for cinematic and direct to Disney+ releases of over 40 content drops per year across the Marvel, Lucas, Disney, Pixar, 20th Century and Searchlight brands.

Content Sales

The Content Sales team supports the sales and distribution of titles across Disney and 20th Century brands. This role will provide financial planning, analysis, and partnering support for the Transactional Distribution business within Content Sales, which focuses on the digital sales of our new releases and library slate.

In either of these teams, your responsibilities will include the below with the line manager’s supervision and continuous review:

Support the management of elements of the Profit & Loss Statement (P&L)
Provide business support to the EMEA markets finance team and be the main point of contact for any market-specific queries.
Support the overall process of Annual Operating Planning (AOP), Forecasts, and Close, incorporating both internal EMEA and US deadlines into the processes.
Review actuals booked vs. forecast and budget.
Understand and become an expert across various systems used to extract and input data to support AOP, Forecast & Close cycles.
Support the preparation and maintenance of specific financial models used within the AOP, Forecast, 5 Year Plan (5YP) & Close cycles as required by the line manager.
Collaborate with stakeholders outside of Finance, including Sales & Marketing teams, expanding your Disney network.
Assist with the preparation of the overall EMEA Consolidated position as required by the line manager.
Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives.
Support where needed with accounting entries to be posted by working with the Central Accounting Team.

This Apprenticeship will provide a fantastic springboard for your future career.

This opportunity is based in Disney's Hammersmith Office and will require you to be on-site four days per week.

Eligibility

Must have achieved/be on target to achieve an undergraduate degree.
A passion to start a career in Finance.
Interest in the finance area whether this is through your studies, experience, extracurricular or a general interest.
Must have the right to work in the UK already in place.
Must be available to start the apprenticeship in Spring 2025.

About you

A strong interest in Finance and Accounting.
Attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to communicate with people at all levels in a professional and mature manner.
Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and undertake various administrative duties.
Knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint preferable (on-the-job training will be provided).
A “numbers person” who is accurate, logical and thorough.
Able to work independently and ask for help where needed.

Why should you join us?

Develop your workplace skills and experience and help build the foundations of your future career.
You’ll study towards the Level 7 Apprenticeship in accountancy (equivalent to a master’s degree) alongside the CIMA Professional Accreditation.
This programme is 3 years long.
20% of your working hours will be allocated to study time for your Apprenticeship.
Support from our trusted training provider.
Competitive salary with 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holiday)
Private medical insurance & dental care.
Access to free support services including Unmind, the mental wellbeing app
Opportunity to select eye care and flu vouchers.
Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free.
Complimentary subscription to Disney+.
Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing.
Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our new disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

Interested?

Before applying we would strongly encourage you to read our hints and tips so you can set yourself up for success and learn more about the recruitment process. Please check out our guide here: https://disneycasting.net/kenexa/profintern/Apprentice_Hints_and_Tips.pdf

You will need to apply with your CV and cover letter via the link on this page.

Please note, applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

For your cover letter we will be looking for approximately 400 words and looking to understand the following areas:

1. Why have you chosen Disney?

2. Why have you chosen this Apprenticeship?

3. Why should Disney consider you for this Apprenticeship?

The application deadline is Sunday 9th February however, if we receive a high volume of applications we may close the role before this date, therefore we strongly advise you to apply early.

Should you need to reach out to us regarding potential support in the recruitment process, for example to discuss what adjustments you might require, then please drop us an email in advance to Recruitment.London@disney.com and we will happily pick up a conversation on this.

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About The Walt Disney Company (EMEA):

Disney EMEA aims to drive growth, innovation and brand affinity across an extremely diverse collection of countries with a team of over 6,000 employees operating in 59 markets with offices in 29 countries.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company Limited, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (EMEA).

The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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