We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join the Financial Planning & Analysis team at Lucasfilm. The Lucasfilm Senior Financial Analyst focuses on financial consolidations and reporting for Lucasfilm Studio as it relates to the annual plan, long-range plan, forecast, and quarter-end close. This individual is able to provide detailed or high-level analyses depending on the audience.
The analyst will further build strong relationships with multiple FP&A teams and finance business partners across Lucasfilm and The Walt Disney Company to complete recurring deliverables and ad-hoc projects. We are looking for a versatile, analytical problem solver who enjoys a variety of responsibilities.
This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work onsite in our San Francisco office and occasionally from home.
What you’ll do
Actively participate in the forecasting and long-range planning processes, including detailed budgeting, variance analysis and reconciliations for assigned areas
Partner closely with internal operational teams and counterparts across Disney to forecast and monitor specific budgets, including overhead allocations, providing valuable financial guidance
Support the capital asset process, including depreciation forecasting, coordination of SAP project numbers and tracking
Prepare accurate journal entries, review invoices, analyze variances and other close-related activities
Support administrative aspects of the forecast, including calendar and checklist maintenance and meeting coordination
Review and analyze consolidated financial statements, department budgets and other financial reports to ensure compliance with reporting requirements
Prepare executive presentation materials for the quarterly management report, annual plan and other presentations throughout the year
Work closely with Disney Finance partners across multiple segments for various deliverables and ad hoc requests, fostering strong working relationships
Develop financial models, insightful reports and implement new process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Perform special projects and ad-hoc analysis as needed
What we’re looking for
5+ years’ experience in finance or accounting with 3+ years of financial analysis experience
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, MBA or CPA designations are a plus
Experience with major ERP accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, etc.), large planning systems (e.g. Cognos, Business Objects, etc.), and cloud-based productivity software (e.g. Google Workspace, Zoom, etc.)
Expert-level proficiency in Excel; experience with TM1/IBM Planning Analytics preferred
Strong PowerPoint skills and experience with executive management presentations
Strong analytical capabilities and intellectual curiosity in order to identify and resolve issues, and financial modeling skills including the ability to build models from scratch
Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to simplify complex matters for an executive audience
Strong attention to detail without losing sight of broader objectives
Implement process improvements including automation in reporting and analysis processes and develop innovative solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and projects at the same time, while keeping supervisor properly informed
Collaborative mindset combined with ability to work independently
Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment
The hiring range for this position in San Francisco, CA is $113,200 to $138,200 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.