Finance Analyst

About the Role & Team

We are looking for an enthusiastic Finance Analyst to make a meaningful impact and be part of a dynamic Regional EMEA Softlines Finance Team. The team is accountable for providing commercial, business development and financial planning support to the Softlines EMEA Category teams. Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes!

This is an office-based role. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday).

What You Will Do

Financial Planning & Analysis

Support the Senior Finance Manager and Senior Finance Analyst in key aspects of the quarterly forecast and close process for the EMEA Softlines business (Fashion and Home categories), to ensure FP&A key deadlines are met, the output is accurate and there is ongoing strong communication with key stakeholders. This includes;

• Ensuring all templates (licensee / category / upload) are set up accurately and on time
• Reviewing licensee / category forecasts and ensuring these are uploaded accurately
• Managing key reporting tools for the Regional and local Finance teams to use
• Provide / gather commentary on reasons for variances to prior periods and how business is trading across brands, retailers and markets.
• Tracking of the true-ups/downs from licensee reporting, following the quarter close
• Where required, support the Senior Manager on analysis, presentation decks, explanations, and ad-hoc requests in relation to the Annual Operating Plan, Forecast and Close cycles.

Licensee reporting / systems

• Working closely with revenue accounting to manage postings, flagging issues as needed
• Work with Senior Finance Analyst to conduct Guarantee shortfall analysis in line with deadlines
• Utilise our Royalty Reporting System (SRR) to understand the reporting status of licensees and keep the Senior Manager updated
• Use of key systems (LRS, Invision) and engagement in implementation of new forecasting tool being rolled out (Invision replacement)

Commercial Support

• Build strong working relationships with the Category team (at the Manager / Senior Manager level) and assist with the management of their key (existing and future) partners including business plan preparation for contract renewals, benchmarking, audit findings and key account decks
• Analysis of market data (e.g., Global Data) to help assist with decision-making.
• Ad hoc analysis and reporting as required.
• Ensure the role is always up to date with key developments in the relevant industries, retailers, and licensees

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Degree level and Accounting qualification are needed (or part qualification studying towards full completion)
• Experience in an equivalent Finance role in FP&A, supporting commercial teams, and working within the retail/licensing sector preferably for a multinational corporation preferable
• Proven track record of analytical work that is insightful, timely and accurate.
• Ability to produce clear and insightful analysis that delivers key messaging at the appropriate level of detail.

The Perks

• 25 days annual leave
• Private medical insurance & dental care
• Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free
• Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing
• Excellent parental and guardian leave
• Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

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

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.