About the Role & Team
At Disney Financial Systems, you will team with the best in the business to lead and build the tools and processes required of the finance community in support of Disney's growth, innovation, and creativity. Uniquely positioned within The Walt Disney Company, Financial Systems leaders are forward problem solvers who constantly pursue excellence, solve challenges, and provide business expertise over the technology used by the finance community to drive value and improve the employee experience. An opportunity exists to support this dynamic organization as a Financial Systems Manager, assisting in the modernization and implementation of SAP's S/4 HANA general ledger software and other related systems critical to managing the company's financial results and used by the Finance teams.
What You Will Do
As a Financial Systems Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of SAP's S/4 HANA general ledger software and other related systems. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the implementation of SAP's S/4 HANA general ledger software and other related systems critical to the running of the company's financial results and used by the Finance teams.
- Possessing a strong operational understanding of accounting processes to ensure that newly implemented systems support accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.
- Acting as a liaison with various controllership and technology teams, providing specialist knowledge of the finance systems and processes, and accounting policies.
- Possessing expert functional/technical knowledge of SAP and operating with a customer-centric focus.
Responsibilities
As a Financial Systems Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Working closely and in collaboration with the Disney Finance organization and Enterprise Technology and business partners to facilitate the successful implementation of SAP S/4 HANA, a new consolidation application, and will help lead master data governance and reporting close cycles.
- Developing and implementing strategies to address finance needs, collect data and analyze implications, and define and document agreed-upon finance functional requirements, end-user system procedures, and business process flows.
- Connecting the functional processes and priorities to the greater organizational goals.
- Using your functional expertise and deep knowledge of SAP to develop solutions to system issues.
- Developing testing strategies, coordinating and participating in finance-related testing efforts for system implementations, improvements, and modifications.
- Communicating with partners, management, and subject matter experts.
- Exercising critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities with attention to detail.
Required Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- 5+ years' work experience with accounting teams working for a large company.
- A deep knowledge of SAP accounting solutions and at least three years of operational experience supporting an SAP GL platform.
- Experience working in a complex, multi-segment organization.
- Proven capabilities related to your deep knowledge of the SAP accounting solutions and demonstrated ability working in SAP's general ledger.
- The ability to navigate complex issues; identify and implement innovative solutions.
- Strong analytic and critical thinking skills, and the ability to use data-driven insights to inform your decisions.
- The ability to identify and mitigate risks to financial processes.
- You deliver excellence; you work closely with hard-working teams.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- The ability to deliver results and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following qualifications are preferred:
- Strong experience using SAP or S/4 HANA system.
- Experience implementing financial processes and systems along with developing the associated end-user training.
- A Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent work experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
As a Financial Systems Manager at Disney Financial Systems, you will have the opportunity to:
- Develop your skills and expertise in SAP and financial systems.
- Work with a dynamic team of professionals who are passionate about finance and technology.
- Contribute to the growth and success of The Walt Disney Company.
- Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
Work Environment and Company Culture
As a Financial Systems Manager at Disney Financial Systems, you will work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that values innovation, creativity, and teamwork. You will be part of a team that is passionate about finance and technology, and is committed to delivering excellence in all aspects of our work.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, California is $123,000.00 to $150,200.00 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.
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If you are a motivated individual ready to contribute to a thriving team, we encourage you to apply now! We are excited to review your application.
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