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- Program Amortization - oversight of the amortization for all of Freeform and Disney Channel US acquired programming which should be managed using the new Mediamorph content costs system
- Program payments - ensure that accurate payments are made on a timely basis
- Quarter close reporting and analysis - prepare deliverables needed to support the quarter close including variance analysis, account analysis , including current/non-current classifications and commitment schedules as well as Tax related deliverables
- Undergraduate Degree
- At least 3 years working in an accounting environment
- Strong Excel skills with ability to extract data, use pivot tables and leverage macros
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Positive can do attitude and supportive of change management initiatives
- Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Ability to succeed in a team environment
- Familiarity with use of SAP general ledger and projects functionality
- Familiarity with Film and TV Accounting processes preferred e.g. amortization methods
- Strong interest in the entertainment industry
Senior Financial Accounting Analyst - Glendale, United States - Disney Interactive Media Group
Description
Job Summary:About the Role & Team
Walt Disney Television Controllership is dedicated to providing high quality information and services to our business partners. We support their decision-making process while earning their confidence and respect by efficiently reporting and maintaining accurate and timely financial data. Our vision is to be the global leader in providing financial and technical expertise. We promote innovation and growth by developing our employees and increasing technology while maintaining a fun environment.
The Enterprise Financial Services Programming Center of Excellence (CoE) supports all of The Walt Disney Company's broadcast and cable businesses. This department has a responsibility to account for the programming costs and financial reporting for multiple linear networks across our ABC, FX Networks, Freeform and Disney Channels Worldwide businesses.
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Manager, Financial Accounting, the Senior Financial Accounting Analyst (SFAA) will be responsible for various key functions that support the quarter-close and year-end close processes including but not limited to the analysis of programming costs, balance sheet reconciliations, and the preparation of Segment and Corporate Financial Reporting results.
This role will be focused on Freeform and Disney Channel US networks and will lead payments and amortization of expenses for multiple shows a year. This ranges from third-party shows to internally licensed content from ABC Signature and 20th Television Studios.
The purpose of this job is to be the day-to-day accounting lead in handling more than $100M+ of programming expenses for Freeform and Disney Channel US. These networks license the rights to many different films and TV shows and this role will be accountable for payments and ensuring that the accounting transactions are posted for the end-to-end accounting life cycle as the costs of those licenses. The key objectives that this job needs to deliver include compliance with accounting standards for program expense recognition, timely payment of our commitments to suppliers, and advanced analytics to identify P&L variance analysis for programming expenses and insights into the programming assets/liabilities and commitments. The team utilizes a third party application (Mediamorph) to manage and support the contracts, payments, and costs recognition for our programming costs.
In addition, the SFAA will work with our Finance counterparts to help ensure that all financial statements are in accordance with US GAAP and to provide accounting support, where needed
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The hiring range for this position in California is $101,800.00 to $124,400.00 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.
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About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):
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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 with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. 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 Disney Financial Services, LLC , which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) .
Disney Financial Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. 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.