Financial Analyst – AFRP (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

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Glendale, CA, USA
In-Office
78K-78K Annually
Entry level
Digital Media • Gaming • News + Entertainment • Sports
The Role
Entry-level rotational Financial Analyst in a multi-rotation Accounting & Finance program. Participate in three six-month rotations across Controllership, Financial Reporting, Tax & Audit, and Finance. Build accounting and FP&A skills, prepare for the CPA exam, follow a professional development curriculum, and engage with senior leaders. Program runs Aug 2026–Feb 2028 with potential post-program opportunities within the company.
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Job Posting Title:

Financial Analyst – AFRP (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

Req ID:

10153456

Job Description:

This role is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement, located in the Burbank/Glendale, CA area from August 3, 2026, to February 2028.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.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 three 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.
Required Qualifications Candidates demonstrate a combination of academic proficiency, quantitative skills, personal motivation, and advanced written and oral communications skills. We are specifically looking for individuals who have the following background:
  • 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
Preferred Qualifications
  • 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)
Education
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field of study, with a focus/emphasis on accounting
The base salary for this position in California is $77,900 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.

Job Posting Segment:

Controllership & Tax

Job Posting Primary Business:

DE Controllership

Primary Job Posting Category:

Accounting

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-06-12

Skills Required

  • Desire to become licensed as a CPA
  • Business experience via internships, part-time work, or 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 be available to begin full-time by August 3, 2026
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related with accounting focus
  • Meet all credit-hour qualifications to sit for the CPA exam prior to starting
  • Proficiency in advanced analytical tools (Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Snowflake)
  • Comfortable using AI tools (CoPilot)
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The Company
219,548 Employees
Year Founded: 1923

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.

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