About the Role & Team
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At The Walt Disney Company, magic is more than just a word; it's a way of life. For a century, we've been inspiring imaginations, celebrating diversity, and bringing families together through our beloved stories, characters, and experiences. From our iconic theme parks and resorts to our groundbreaking films, television shows, interactive media and products, we're dedicated to creating magic that knows no bounds.

We are looking for a Senior Finance Analyst to support our Stage Plays (DTG) Team!

Reporting into our DTG Finance Manager, the Stage Plays team are responsible for our owned and second-class productions throughout EMEA. This encompasses The Lion King London in its 26th year - along with our latest addition, the production of Hercules London. The Greatest Showman is coming to Bristol in early 2026 as well as Disney Tickets, Disney on Ice and Feld Entertainments licensed content.

The role is responsible for assisting in delivering an effective, timely and accurate Forecast and Year End process across EMEA, as well as weekly and monthly theatre finance activities.

It requires effective collaboration with financial and non-financial business partners, working with key budget holders as needed and proactive identification of opportunities for business improvement.

Please note: This is a full-time position and is an office-based role, with 3 days working in the Holborn, London office (Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday) and 1 day working in our Hammersmith, London office (Monday) and 1 day working from home.

Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes!

What You Will Do

 Delivery :

Co-ordinate the end-to-end processes within the financial planning cycle (e.g. forecasting, reporting, close etc.) to ensure the effective financial management of the business area with support from the Finance Manager

Prepare the weekly Theatre Settlements for the Lion King and Hercules London with the support of the intern, whilst creating process improvements

Supporting running London show’s Production Budgets and corresponding cost tracking.

Support the Finance Manager with weekly production payroll processing and reporting where necessary

Reviewing and tracking Purchase Orders and corporate travel costs

Analysis of financial terms and other costs lines such as Fixed Fees and Royalties

Review existing processes and actively challenge the status quo, providing proposals for process/systems improvement that will positively impact business effectiveness assisting the Manager of Stage Plays Finance in identifying the best approaches to ensure the processes are best in class.

Support on any projects beyond the immediate scope of the role to deliver improved business processes or systems

Update models, actual and routine tasks as required to assist the wider team  

Business partnering:

Support the preparation of financial presentations for key business stakeholders to inform thinking about future business management

Build relationships with key business stakeholders to provide financial support to multiple budget owners 

Required Qualifications & Skills

Degree Qualified and ACA/CIMA Qualified or equivalent qualification

An understanding of financial planning and analysis, and experience of working within a Stage Plays or Live Events arena

Experience working with financial IT systems, with strong proficiency in Excel

Experience of working with and providing financial support to operational and commercial teams in a timely & responsive manner

Experience of supporting commercial management to a high standard and working with the Regional Finance and Commercial head office

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.