Job Posting Title:
Senior Financial Analyst, DET Business & Operations PlanningReq ID:
10158215Job Description:
Senior Financial Analyst, DET Business & Operations Planning
Job Summary
Disney Entertainment Television (“DET”) brings together a portfolio of world-class brands and platforms spanning streaming, broadcast, cable networks, content production, and business operations. The DET Business & Operations Planning team serves as a key partner to leaders across the organization, helping teams make informed decisions about resources, investments, and operational priorities.
The Senior Financial Analyst supports labor and overhead planning for a diverse portfolio of departments across DET. This role offers the opportunity to partner with both finance and non-finance leaders and to develop a broad understanding of how DET operates. The ideal candidate is curious, organized, and energized by solving problems, improving processes, and building relationships across the organization.
In addition to traditional planning and forecasting responsibilities, this role will help shape the future of operational finance through dashboard development, reporting automation, and the application of new technologies that improve visibility, efficiency, and decision-making.
What You Will Do
Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis
- Partner with department leaders to develop labor and overhead expense budgets, including financial modeling and scenario planning
- Analyze financial results to identify underlying business drivers and highlight risks and opportunities
- Prepare reporting and variance analyses that provide actionable insights to business and finance leaders
Business Partnership
- Serve as a trusted finance partner to departmental leaders across DET functions helping them to navigate financial processes, budget / funding decisions, and spending priorities
- Translate financial concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for finance and non-finance audiences
- Build strong cross-functional relationships through ongoing financial and operational guidance
Reporting, Automation & Process Improvement
- Develop and enhance dashboards and reporting tools to improve transparency and support decision-making
- Identify opportunities to automate manual processes, streamline reports, and improve quality
- Leverage technologies such as Power BI and emerging AI capabilities to increase efficiency and scalability
- Continuously challenge existing processes and recommend improvements that enable the organization to operate more effectively
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 2-5 years of experience in finance, accounting, business operations, or a related analytical field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to transform data into meaningful insights
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of projects from start to finish
- Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities, solving problems, and improving processes
- Experience with financial systems, data visualization / reporting tools, and emerging AI-enabled technologies
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative field
Job Posting Segment:
DEFINJob Posting Primary Business:
DETV FinancePrimary Job Posting Category:
Financial AnalysisEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Burbank, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-08-25Skills Required
- 2-5 years of experience in finance, accounting, business operations, or a related analytical field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to transform data into meaningful insights
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of projects from start to finish
- Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities, solving problems, and improving processes
- Experience with financial systems, data visualization or reporting tools, and emerging AI-enabled technologies
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative field
The Walt Disney Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent union agreements raised wage floors for large groups of park cast members—e.g., Disneyland’s $24/hour minimum rising to $26 over the contract and Walt Disney World’s path from $18 toward about $20–$20.50 by 2026—signaling upward movement in hourly pay. These steps are described as meaningful improvements for many frontline roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials outline medical, dental, and vision coverage for many full‑time roles, wellness resources, and (in Central Florida) access to Centers for Living Well clinics and pharmacy. References to mental‑health support and paid time off reinforce a strong core health offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Complimentary theme‑park admission and discounts on hotels, dining, merchandise, and recreation are positioned as signature perks. Education support through Disney Aspire adds notable lifestyle value for eligible hourly employees.
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