Director, Transformation FP&A

Job ID 10148663 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Apr. 14, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

At The Walt Disney Company, Finance Transformation is a high-profile, cross-functional initiative to define and create the future of Finance at The Walt Disney Company.

We are seeking an exceptional Director of Finance Transformation lead end-to-end modernization of financial processes, technology platforms, and data foundations across its global finance organization. This role will serve as a key driver in simplifying finance processes, implementing next-generation Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) systems, embedding a scalable finance data foundation, and operationalizing artificial intelligence (AI) to enable Disney Finance to be top quartile in efficiency and effectiveness as an organization.

This role will report directly to the Vice President, Finance Transformation and will work closely with senior finance, technology, and business stakeholders to design and execute a multi-year roadmap that reimagines how Disney’s finance teams plan, analyze, and drive decision-making.

What you will gain?

A front-row seat in modernizing the finance function of one of the world’s most iconic companies.
Opportunity to drive measurable impact at enterprise scale—improving decision speed, cost efficiency, and data quality.
The ability to work with cutting-edge technology and shape the future of AI in corporate finance.

What you will Do:

Finance Process Simplification & Strategic Transformation:

Lead enterprise-wide process simplification efforts
Redesign planning, forecasting, reporting, and variance analysis processes for speed, clarity, and control.
Develop a set of actionable blueprints outlining concrete steps to establish an Enterprise-wide, “single-source-of-truth" data architecture and governance model
Partner with finance leadership to align on future-state roles, responsibilities, and governance models

Technology Implementation & Data Foundation

Champion modernization of the finance function through digital tools in partnership with Tech leadership and stakeholders
Leverage the unified EPM implementation to drive Finance-led transformation.
Drive development of a centralized finance data foundation, data analytics with standard hierarchies, master data governance, and connected source systems

AI & Automation at Scale

Identify and embed AI/ML use cases (e.g., automated forecasting, scenario modeling, intelligent variance analysis) across planning and reporting cycles.
Develop operating models for AI agents to augment human decision-making.
Establish scalable governance and change management frameworks

Program Leadership & Execution

Lead cross-functional transformation programs with clear KPIs, milestones, and executive visibility.
Manage vendors, system integrators, and internal teams to deliver against scope, budget, and timeline.
Develop capability throughout the organization to configure and maintain models and data.
Guide, coach and mentor the team to be able to navigate, be agile and deliver in a complex environment. Influence key collaborators across the organization, ensuring successful implementation of transformation initiatives that drive long-term, sustainable results.

Required Qualifications & Skills

10+ years of progressive experience in finance, strategy, or transformation roles.
Deep expertise in FP&A, EPM systems (e.g., Oracle Cloud EPM, Anaplan, OneStream), and finance data architecture.
Proven track record of leading complex transformation programs involving both process redesign and technology enablement.
Familiarity with AI/ML in finance settings, including forecast modeling and intelligent automation.
Experience leading cross-functional teams in large matrixed organizations; media/entertainment experience a plus.
Demonstrated business acumen with well-developed planning and analytical skills, using a global perspective
Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and program management skills.
Effective collaboration skills with experience working cross-functionally with senior leaders, external consultants, and other key stakeholders
Ability to expertly field both internal & external business requests and manage priorities
Strong initiative and ability to bring order to ambiguity. Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to drive projects to completion
Ability to function effectively in a highly charged executive environment, and the ability to discern when to act independently

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field
MBA or CPA is preferred

Additional Information

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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The hiring range for this position in Burbank, California is $193,900.00 to $236,900.00 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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About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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