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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.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Strategic Finance Manager to join the team. You will be part of the Central PlayStation Studios Finance group, reporting to the Director of FP&A. This role will collaborate across the finance organization, IT organization, business partners and executive team members throughout PlayStation Studios Organization to deliver outstanding financial planning systems and reporting.
This opportunity will have you working collaboratively with regional finance teams, PlayStation Studios leadership and budget holders to drive improvement initiatives, bring a value perspective to the equation, and deliver strategic cost-savings opportunities.
The ideal candidate will not be afraid to question current practices and seek business improvement(s) where possible. We are also looking for someone who faces challenges with optimism and are always looking for ways to be helpful and improve the team.
This is a remote role reporting to PlayStation Studios' Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, based out of San Mateo, CA US.
What you’ll be doing: Strategic Initiatives

• Build models to evaluate new growth opportunities
• Perform sensitivity, scenario and what-if analyses, as well as analyzing the financial impact of changes in business
• Lead the development and execution of group-wide initiatives
• Develop and utilize data- driven analytics to generate value- added insights and actionable recommendations to identify areas of business risk and opportunity as well as drive growth and organizational goals
• Lead ad hoc strategic projects

Reporting, Process & tools

• Position the Finance team to be forward-thinking by constantly evaluating the business environment, how we adapt to internal/external changes, and how we can bridge ambiguous business problems to actionable reporting and metrics
• Identify inefficiencies or risks in the business and proactively design processes and policies to mitigate
• Modernize strategic business systems and tools including finance process automation and digital enhancements/improvements.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing standardized practices and process improvements for financial planning and analysis

What we’re looking for:

• Minimum of 7-8 years professional experience in FP&A or Strategic Finance
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, management, finance, or equivalent required - CPA is preferred
• MBA or an advanced degree in business, management, or finance preferred

Skills & Experience: Essential:

• Senior experience working in a financial environment with involvement in management reporting and budgeting/forecasting.

Previous experience in report building with Tableau, Cognos Analytics or a similar Business Intelligence tool (e.g. SAP BW, Business Objects).

• Experienced in SAP, Oracle or other accounting packages.
• Strong communication skills (both speaking and listening)
• Personal time management skills and the ability to work under pressure to ensure that deadlines are met.
• Interest in Games and passion for the Game industry
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly assimilate new processes and technologies.
• Be versatile, working with large volumes of data.
• Strong MS Office skills, particularly MS Excel (pivots, sumifs, vlookups etc).
• Collaborative worker in cross functional/regional teams.

Desirable:

• Exposure to OLAP planning applications such as Planning Analytics
• Prior work experience in Game Industry or Media & Entertainment.

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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.
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