Finance & Accounting InternshipCompany Overview: Since its opening in 1955, the
Disneyland ® Resort in Anaheim, California has welcomed guests of all ages from around the globe. The
Disneyland Resort features two spectacular theme parks
Disneyland (the original Disney theme park) and
Disney California Adventure park plus the
Downtown Disney District comprised of unique dining, entertainment and shopping experiences. The Resorts three hotels are the luxurious Disneys Grand Californian Hotel & Spa; the magical Disneyland Hotel and Disneys Paradise Pier Hotel with its "day-at-the-beach" fun.
Since its opening in 1971, the
Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, FL has grown to feature four theme parks the
Magic Kingdom ® Park,
Epcot ®,
Disneys Hollywood Studios ®, and
Disneys Animal Kingdom ® Theme Park. In addition, more than 20 themed resort hotels, two water parks, and the Downtown Disney® Area, a daytime and nighttime entertainment complex, are part of the
Walt Disney World Resort.
Department Overview: The Finance Division is responsible for managing the financial and business affairs of the domestic Theme Parks and Resorts segment of The Walt Disney Company. Applying to this posting puts you in potential consideration for all roles described below. Finance and Accounting Professional Internship positions are available in both
Florida and California .
Responsibilities Applying to this posting puts you in potential consideration for all roles described below:
Financial Reporting / Advisory & Assurance Internship The Professional Intern will be an integral part of the Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Financial Reporting or Advisory & Assurance teams. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
Assist with the month-end close process, including variance analysis and executive reporting
Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Perform balance sheet account reconciliations
Provide overall support to the department
Review operating guidelines and processes to ensure compliance with Company policy
Conduct internal control reviews to identify control risks and implement changes and enhancements throughout the Theme Parks and Resorts
Business Operations Internship The Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Business Operations department is responsible for managing all business affairs relating to Currency Operations, Credit Card Operations, Receivable Operations, Sales Audit and Ticket Fulfillment within the global Parks and Resorts Finance organization. Intern responsibilities can include but are not limited to:
Compile diversified and complex statistical analyses and reports
Identify and implement changes, supported with relevant analyses, that streamline business processes
Audit sales, both internal and from third parties, to ensure accuracy and completeness
Review third party Participant contracts to ensure compliance with financial terms
Compile analyses that identify the costs associated with credit card acceptance including credit card commissions, chargebacks and potential fraud
Financial Systems Internship The Financial Systems department is a global organization within the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts segment focused on enabling accurate Financial Statements and efficient Financial Transaction processing through project management, continuous improvement, data integrity and system functionality. Intern responsibilities can include but are not limited to:
Develop and implement the strategy for the future of finance technology
Ensure data security and controls meet all audit requirements (e.g. Sarbanes-Oxley)
Guide the development and enhancement of the systems used to make vital business decisions
Partner with IT and Finance business owners to manage the total finance impact from system changes
Partner with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts departments to standardize the definitions and processes used around the globe
Operations Finance Internship The Professional Intern will be responsible for various areas of Operations Finance including but not limited to Theme Parks Finance, Resorts Finance, Line of Business Finance, HR Finance, and IT Finance. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
Gather data from operational areas for the purpose of developing financial plans, budgets or forecasts. Assist in analyzing, summarizing and inputting the data into the financial systems
Understand overall business processes, identify opportunities for improvement and support recommendations with relevant analyses
Obtain, validate and compile statistical data from a variety of sources, operational and financial. Develop computer models using standard finance tools such as excel, to perform business analyses in an accurate and timely manner
Partner with operations and financial areas to solve complex business problems, improve processes, and develop new analytical tools that will enable improved business results
In all the roles, you will be expected to establish yourself as a responsible and responsive member of the team. In addition to the specific responsibilities noted, other responsibilities are likely to be assigned based on business need and expertise in a particular area.
Basic Qualifications These are the minimum qualifications you need to be considered for this position:
- Rising or Current College Senior or Graduate Student
- Currently earning a college/university degree in Accounting, Finance or related major with a GPA of 3.2 or higher in Major
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven problem solving skills
- Demonstrated strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint)
Additional InformationMaterials Required:- College transcripts (official or unofficial) - Please upload your transcript while completing the online application
Internship Eligibility:- Must be enrolled in a U. S. college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Not have already completed two consecutive (spring/fall) College or Professional Internship Programs
- Must possess unrestricted work authorization
- Must provide full work availability
- Must provide own transportation to/from work
- Current Active Disney cast members must meet Professional Internship transfer guidelines (for Walt Disney World cast members this is no more than four points and one reprimand in the last six months; for Disneyland cast members this is six months of consecutive service and a performance record clear of any disciplinary issues (warnings, suspensions, etc.) for at least six months)
Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are June 2013 through January 2014. Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship.
Housing:For positions located in Central Florida only , a limited amount of company-sponsored housing is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants in California are responsible for identifying their own housing accommodations.
Application Deadline: The deadline to apply for this internship is
March 8, 2013.Attention International Students: If you are currently studying in the United States on an F-1 or J-1 Visa and do not have a Social Security number, please contact our office at 407-828-1736 PRIOR to applying.
Recommendation Print This Role Description: Strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected for a phone interview. Note that this role description will not be accessible once the posting is closed on March 8, 2013.