Would you enjoy collaborating closely with operators to create lifelong memories for Guests of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products?  Do you love to learn about business models which include live entertainment, thrill rides, food & beverage, and retail operations?  Are you naturally curious about understanding the “why” behind business performance?

As a Financial Analyst on the Disneyland Resort Park Operations Finance team, you would get to analyze metrics and trends to understand business results.  You would provide key input on new business models and initiatives, designed to directly improve Guest experiences and drive shareholder value.  You would work closely with operations leaders and partners to make a difference.

Responsibilities:

• Business Goal Achievement – Evaluate key business drivers to measure the success of Disneyland Resort Park Operations.  Support financial planning processes across key business cycles, including Annual Operating Plan, Quarterly Forecasts, and Monthly/Quarterly financial reviews inclusive of cost trending analysis and operating income cause of change analysis 
• Partner Collaboration – Develop and maintain relationships with partners in Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure to frequently review financial results, analyze and consult on business decisions, make changes to the operation, drive new initiatives, and identify financial impacts of strategic opportunities
• Communication - Organize strong written and verbal communication that conveys data and analysis to partners at all levels, including General Managers and Vice Presidents.  ability to shift between technical and non-technical terminology depending on audience.
• Data Visualization – Leverage data visualization techniques, tools, and communication skills to present complex analytical findings in clear business terms that facilitate acceptance, decision-making, and execution by business partners
• Innovation - Drive efficiency through process improvements, including maintaining and creating financial models, templates, and planning processes

Required Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experiences with statistical, financial, or strategic analysis
• Knowledge of forecasting and financial modeling, including proficiency in acquiring, organizing, and analyzing large amounts of data
• The ability to explain complex analytics in a way that is easily understandable and executable, and enjoy “storytelling” to engage and influence your audience
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy, and the ability to think holistically
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Natural curiosity and inquisitiveness, and enjoy solving problems
• The ability to work in a team environment, in person and virtually, with a positive demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities, and perform job responsibilities accurately with minimal supervision.
• Utilize multiple systems and tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, Longview, SQL, and Tableau, to understand, review, and summarize operating performance
• Advanced skills in Excel, including basic knowledge of Power Query and VBA, and PowerPoint 
• Experience with basic data visualization using tools such as Tableau or Power BI
• The capability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities, and perform job responsibilities accurately with minimal supervision.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or equivalent substitute.

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $85,800 to $104,800 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.