Financial Operations Associate

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and reconcile various daily and weekly reports.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive results.
• Act as subject matter expert in pre/post cruise financial escalations.
• Initiate and reconcile travel agency accounts to ensure compliance within company guidelines.
• Research, analyze, and reconcile shipboard inquiries and collaborate with internal business partners on the resolution.
• Coordinate the onboarding of Travel Agency vendors into the Disney Supplier Management Portal, while partnering with Disney Worldwide Shared Services for issue resolution
• Troubleshoot technology issues related to accounting and financial rules.
• Provide guidance and expertise to internal/external partners to assist in interpreting financial transactions.
• Research and reconcile escalated inquiries and support partners to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations.
• Undertake other assigned projects and duties by leadership.

Basic Qualifications: 

• 1+ years’ operations or office experience.
• Possesses robust organizational and decision-making skills, displaying meticulous attention to detail.
• Showcased exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities while consistently meeting deadlines and balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Excels in clear and concise verbal and written communication, comfortable engaging with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Proactively seeks out opportunities for process improvements and the streamlining of manual functions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to learn new software.
• Demonstrated strong partnership/networking with ability to manage conflict resolution.
• Capable of working proactively, independently, and collaboratively as a strategic team partner with strong follow through.
• Proven ability to adapt to change management initiatives.
• Proven ability to be resourceful, decisive, confident under pressure, and comfortable working in a fast paced, growth-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Proficient understanding of accounting fundamentals, GAAP and SOX
• Proficient in SAP, Seaware, Business Object, Fidelio, Microsoft suite of products
• Familiarity with and comprehension of policies and procedures for Disney Cruise Line

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.