The Role
The Financial Analyst role involves participating in a rotational program to gain experience in various finance and accounting functions, preparing analysts for CPA licensure and future opportunities in Disney's accounting organizations.
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Job Posting Title:
Financial Analyst-AFRP, August 2026Req ID:
10128757Job Description:
About the Role & TeamThe Accounting & Finance Rotation Program (AFRP) is a full-time high potential rotational program designed to provide college graduates with a cross-functional, enterprise-wide learning experience within the Controllership and Finance departments at The Walt Disney Company. AFRP Analysts will participate in four distinct rotations designed to build key technical and leadership skills needed to succeed within the many businesses of Disney. Rotations are available in California and Florida. Analysts will set goals for their program experience, allowing them to develop, grow, and enhance the necessary skills to become strong accounting and finance professionals. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be considered for various opportunities in the accounting organizations within The Walt Disney Company.This role is in the Burbank/Glendale, CA area and will begin on August 3, 2026.What You Will DoWe are seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to join the Accounting & Finance Rotation Program in one of our Florida-based tracks, comprised of rotations across Corporate and Disney Experiences.- Diverse Experiences: Participate in four 6-month rotations throughout the Controllership and Finance organizations, gaining exposure to the many different businesses of The Walt Disney Company and the Entertainment Industry. Rotations are available in the following areas: Corporate, Disney Entertainment, and Disney Experiences.
- Building Your Expertise: Strengthen your Accounting and Financial Planning skills through concentrated work in the areas of: Operational/Transactional Accounting, Financial Reporting, Corporate Tax & Audit, and Finance.
- Work Towards Your CPA: AFRP provides the necessary resources and tools to study and take the parts of the CPA exam and will satisfy work-hour requirements to become a licensed CPA.
- Professional Development: Analysts will follow specialized curriculum to build communication, leadership, presentation, writing and other professional and leadership skills.
- Expanding Your Network: Opportunities to meet with peers and senior leaders from the many different businesses within the company and the industry.
- A desire to become licensed as a CPA
- Business experience through internships, part-time work, and/or on-campus involvement
- Dedication to building a career in Accounting and/or Finance
- Proven track record to take on leadership positions and significant responsibility
- Willingness to permanently relocate to Burbank/Glendale, CA, if not local
- Have graduated and are available to begin full-time by August 3, 2026
- Meet all credit-hour qualifications to sit for the CPA exam prior to starting with the program
- Proficiency in advanced analytical tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Snowflake)
- Comfortable using AI (CoPilot)
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field of study, with a focus/emphasis on accounting
Job Posting Segment:
Controllership & TaxJob Posting Primary Business:
DE ControllershipPrimary Job Posting Category:
AccountingEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Glendale, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-11-13Skills Required
- Desire to become licensed as a CPA
- Business experience through internships or part-time work
- Dedication to a career in Accounting and/or Finance
- Proven leadership abilities and responsibility
- Willingness to relocate to Burbank/Glendale, CA
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
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The Company
What We Do
The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that operates through segments including entertainment, sports, and experiences.
