Senior Accountant

Job ID 10142163 Location Shanghai, Mainland China Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Feb. 24, 2026

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Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the accounting processes and deliverables for 1 or multiple line of business for APAC region in compliance with accounting standards and company policies. The Senior Accountant will liaise on a day-to-day basis with local and regional Finance, local business operations as well as the controllership teams in the US. The role is expected to have strong accounting technical knowledge and prior general ledger accounting experience. Managing external accounting services to strengthen controls and deliver accurate financial insights for complex transactions is a core aspect of the role. The role is responsible to maintain the internal controls which impact financial compliance.

•   Oversee and ensure the accurate and timely completion of monthly and quarterly financial close processes, including the review of journal entries and financial reports generated by third-party vendors. Proactively address closing issues to maintain data integrity and compliance.
•   Prepare and analyze key financial reports, including P&L CoC analyses with root cause variance explanations, and actionable recommendations if any.
•   Partner with finance and other stakeholders to support data analysis, advise on accounting treatments for new initiatives or business changes, and ensure accurate reflection of financial impacts.
•   Serve as the primary contact for lines of business, effectively addressing internal and external inquiries, facilitating cross-functional discussions, and supporting audit processes.
•   Manage third-party vendors and risk control by implementing structured performance monitoring, KPI reviews, and proactive identification and mitigation of risks to ensure service quality and regulatory compliance.
•   Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing the efficiency of period-end closing, reporting accuracy, and overall finance service delivery.
•   Conduct regular vendor training by communicating updates on accounting standards and company policies to ensure that general ledger processes remain current.
•   Contribute to ad-hoc projects, special analyses, or cross-functional initiatives as required

Experience and Professional Qualifications Required
Number of years’ experience, Qualifications and People Management experience

•   Bachelor degree in Finance, Accounting or related major
•   CPA or equivalent is preferred
•   Solid Knowledge of both USGAAP and IFRS
•   Good written and verbal English knowledge
•   Experience in working with both Big 4 audit firms and multinational company is preferred
•   Solid Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with automation tools or data visualization software (Power Query/Power BI) is a plus

Leadership Attributes and Skills & Knowledge Required
Highlighting the key leadership attributes and job related skills and knowledge required
•   Good understanding of the business (including interpretation of business events)
•   General understanding of taxation principles (both direct and indirect taxes)
•   General understanding of legal principles (especially contract law)
•   Strong understanding of internal controls environment and risks connected
•   Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
•   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
•   Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities and perform job responsibilities accurately
•   Able to identify the opportunity for continuous improvement
•   Self-motivated and can work independently
•   Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork ability
•   Strong written and verbal communication skills to establish effective working relationships with stakeholders
•   Able to work in a cross-cultural environment and under pressure
•   Demonstrated experience in guiding external vendors and supporting cross-functional business initiatives is desirable

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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 APAC Shared Business Services, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, family status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, nationality/ethnicity, migrant worker status, carrier of infectious diseases status, or any other category of persons to the extent provided by law. This policy extends, but is not limited, to recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, rate of pay, and other forms of compensation, education, and training.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Because our employees are at the heart of everything we do, Disney offers a competitive total rewards package that includes pay, flexible work arrangements, time-off programs, medical benefits plan, theme park admission and more.

Benefits and eligibility may vary by business and location.

WELLNESS SPENDING ACCOUNT
We offer on-site fitness classes in addition to a variety of health and wellness programs and seminars.
PAID TIME OFF AND LEAVES
Vacation and sick leave are available for full time positions. Vacation and personal holidays are accrued based on length of service, position, and hours worked.
DISNEY PARK ADMISSIONS
Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after two weeks of employment
DISNEY CHINA-PROVIDED MEDICAL & RISK INSURED BENEFIT PLAN
Affordable Health Insurance options, such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, may be available for full time employees.
DISNEY EXPERIENCES & DISCOUNTS
Discounts are available at select hotels, dining, merchandise and recreation locations.

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