Sr. Financial Analyst – Portfolio

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PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play —it’s also the Best Place to Work. We’ve thrilled gamers since 1994, when we launched the original PlayStation. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.
Location: San Mateo, CA USA; London, UK; Amsterdam, NL or Remote location
Are you passionate about the gaming industry? Do you have the ability to translate analysis into insights and storytelling-style presentations? If so, read on.
We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst - Portfolio who will be responsible for portfolio and performance management, financial modeling, planning, reporting and analysis of PlayStation Studios (PSS). This position reports to Finance Director for PlayStation Studios.
Responsibilities:

• Search and support implementation of changes, improvements, and simplification around financial reporting. Support improvement projects within PlayStation Studios Finance
• Provide ad-hoc analysis for the leadership team. Support business decision-making at any stage of title lifecycle by providing objective financial business case
• Stay up to date with gaming industry trends and benchmarking analysis. Stay apprised of broader industry developments and key business metrics
• Support the financial portfolio management framework for PSS, driving the analysis of the portfolio performance, using metrics and data visualization effectively to support partners in making informed decisions regarding the optimization of the portfolio of products. Responsible for analyzing performance indicators to determine overall portfolio health, as well as each of the title’s performance, identification and evaluation of portfolio candidates, investment decisions and resource allocation.
• Support Financial Planning and Analysis of the portfolio of PlayStations Studios: mid-range planning (MRP), annual planning, quarterly business reviews, budgeting
• Perform structured and ad hoc financial analysis of individual titles, translating the analysis into storytelling presentations for a diverse range of internal partners (PSS Leadership Team, SIE Corporate Planning, Sony Group, etc.), and working alongside the organization on designing corrective actions
• Manage the financial performance management framework for the portfolio of PlayStation Studios. Monitor and report on delivery of (financial) performance targets set by PSS LT. Develop and maintain reports and dashboards.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience in gaming industry and/or in consulting strongly preferred
• 5+ years of financial portfolio management and modeling, FP&A experience
• BA/BS in business, strategy, finance, economics or related field; MBA and/or CFA designation preferred
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, planning and data tools
• Experience with developing sophisticated financial analysis, modeling, budgeting and reporting/dashboarding tools
• Strong data analysis and financial modeling skills

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, covered veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
We sincerely appreciate the time and effort you spent in contacting us, and we thank you for your interest in PlayStation.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, covered veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
We sincerely appreciate the time and effort you spent in contacting us, and we thank you for your interest in PlayStation.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$112,900 — $169,300 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.