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We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join the Financial Planning & Analysis team at Lucasfilm. The Lucasfilm Senior Financial Analyst focuses on financial consolidations and reporting for Lucasfilm Studio as it relates to the annual plan, long-range plan, forecast, and quarter-end close. This individual is able to provide detailed or high-level analyses depending on the audience.

The analyst will further build strong relationships with multiple FP&A teams and finance business partners across Lucasfilm and The Walt Disney Company to complete recurring deliverables and ad-hoc projects. We are looking for a versatile, analytical problem solver who enjoys a variety of responsibilities.

_This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work onsite in our San Francisco office and occasionally from home._

What you’ll do

+ Actively participate in the forecasting and long-range planning processes, including detailed budgeting, variance analysis and reconciliations for assigned areas

+ Partner closely with internal operational teams and counterparts across Disney to forecast and monitor specific budgets, including overhead allocations, providing valuable financial guidance

+ Support the capital asset process, including depreciation forecasting, coordination of SAP project numbers and tracking

+ Prepare accurate journal entries, review invoices, analyze variances and other close-related activities

+ Support administrative aspects of the forecast, including calendar and checklist maintenance and meeting coordination

+ Review and analyze consolidated financial statements, department budgets and other financial reports to ensure compliance with reporting requirements

+ Prepare executive presentation materials for the quarterly management report, annual plan and other presentations throughout the year

+ Work closely with Disney Finance partners across multiple segments for various deliverables and ad hoc requests, fostering strong working relationships

+ Develop financial models, insightful reports and implement new process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

+ Perform special projects and ad-hoc analysis as needed

What we’re looking for

+ 5+ years’ experience in finance or accounting with 3+ years of financial analysis experience

+ Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, MBA or CPA designations are a plus

+ Experience with major ERP accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, etc.), large planning systems (e.g. Cognos, Business Objects, etc.), and cloud-based productivity software (e.g. Google Workspace, Zoom, etc.)

+ Expert-level proficiency in Excel; experience with TM1/IBM Planning Analytics preferred

+ Strong PowerPoint skills and experience with executive management presentations

+ Strong analytical capabilities and intellectual curiosity in order to identify and resolve issues, and financial modeling skills including the ability to build models from scratch

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to simplify complex matters for an executive audience

+ Strong attention to detail without losing sight of broader objectives

+ Implement process improvements including automation in reporting and analysis processes and develop innovative solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy

+ Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines

+ Ability to juggle multiple tasks and projects at the same time, while keeping supervisor properly informed

+ Collaborative mindset combined with ability to work independently

+ Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment

The hiring range for this position in San Francisco, CA is $113,200 to $138,200 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.

**Job ID:** 10123038

**Location:** San Francisco,California

**Job Posting Company:** Lucasfilm

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