Sr Talent Audit Analyst

At Disney, we‘re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

Enterprise Controllership is dedicated to providing high quality information and services to our business partners. We support their decision making process while earning their confidence and respect by efficiently reporting and maintaining accurate and timely financial data. We promote innovation and growth by developing our employees and maximizing technology.

Within Enterprise Controllership, the Participations Audit Department is responsible for providing support and analysis to third party auditors as a result of The Walt Disney Company’s contractual reporting obligations to our talent for all business units across the Enterprise.

Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for facilitating Profit Participation audit engagements as a result of The Walt Disney Company’s contractual reporting obligation to our talent.  The position assists in the planning of audits, monitors

fieldwork progress and communicates the results to senior management.

      Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform the responsibilities necessary in providing audit evidence to support the Company’s third party reporting to our talent in an efficient and effective manner
• Investigate, research and resolve potential issues impacting the contractual reporting obligation during the fieldwork of an audit engagement
• Partner with various business units across the organization to expedite and support audit requests
• Communicate directly with third party auditors; provide audit support to resolve potential issues
• Respond to inquiries from both internal and external customers
• Be an active team partner by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and suggest improvements

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of related auditing/accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting processes, procedures and internal controls
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast paced environment
• Must be detail oriented, able to work independently, and take ownership of their projects and work flow
• Practical hands-on audit experience with a reputable public company is highly desired
• Able to work in a flexible team environment and handle multiple assignments simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written (must be able to tailor his/her communication style as the candidate will interface with team members of all levels)
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Entertainment industry experience a plus

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration required

Preferred Education

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Company Overview

At Corporate, you’ll team with the best in the business to build one of the most innovative global businesses in any industry. Uniquely positioned at the center of an exciting, multi-faceted Company, the forward-thinkers at Disney Corporate constantly pursue new ideas and technologies to help the Company’s many businesses drive value, all the while gaining something valuable from the experience themselves. Come see the most interesting Company from the most interesting point of view.

Additional Information

This position is a legal entity of The Walt Disney Company, an equal opportunity employer.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, California is $87,200 to $106,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. 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.