Business Intelligence Analyst jobs at Sony in United States, San Diego

Other aspects are driving through and leading constant improvement in systems and process within your remit.

Responsibilities:

• Manage parent consolidation and reporting to Sony Global headquarters along with queries and instruction updates along with completing various accounting schedules

• Subsidiary trial balance review and postings

• Co-ordinate reporting change and instructions for business divisions

• GL Master data governance

• Co-ordinate monthly closing with inputs from different stakeholders (Platforms and Business groups, Sales and Marketing team, Business controlling etc.) in line with the central timetable;

• Manage fixed asset and right-of-use asset reporting for Sony North America

• Month end closing operations, including calculation, review and approval of journal postings, various accounting adjustments

• Variance analysis North America as main deliverable to the management during month-end closing;

• Perform/Review BS reconciliations and make sure all balances are reconciled and validated. Manage queries related to financial accounting and standard reporting;

• Ensure month-end close processes are delivered to support WD2 financial reporting and facilitate clear variance reporting against forecast and budget, and prior periods.

• Review and approval of journal (accruals & provisions etc.) postings prepared by Off-shore and other parts of the Finance community;

• Respond to statutory, tax and audit queries required by Sony Finance Global Accounting, Internal & External Audit, Statutory team;

• Ensure all finance and commercial activities under remit in the business comply with the effective application of agreed Sony Corporate Accounting Policy and SOX controls;

• Provide technical guidance in verbal and written format to Business as and when needed under the supervision of line manager, under Corporate Accounting Policy and IFRS as required;

• Support Global Tax Office (GTO) requests with the provision of general ledger (GL) information;

• Drive standardized processes and procedures across countries and business groups to deliver efficiency and effectiveness in high volume transactional based accounting

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting or related field

• 2-3 years of applicable experience

• Proven experience delivering results and driving process improvement

• MS Office proficiency, especially in Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professionally qualified accountant (CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or international equivalent)

• Experience of IFRS and consolidation reporting

• SAP experience

• Fixed asset experience

• Nakisa right-of-use assets software experience beneficial

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $to $The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for an annual corporate

Be a part of an organization that is creator first. Committed to fueling excellence and always imagining more, while fostering a supportive culture, one where we elevate each other and act responsibly.

What You’ll Do:

• Work on a high-performing team of motivated, passionate individuals who love what they do.
• Analyze and interpret royalty data to provide business intelligence to both our songwriters and internal colleagues including senior management, as well as our business partners. This includes but is not limited to: Gather data from various systems and data sets to provide historical summaries and perform detailed analysis. Research and reporting for Business Affairs, Legal and Creative teams. Provide our songwriters and their teams with answers to their royalty questions.
• Assemble payment files for contractual royalty distributions.
• Provide supporting royalty data and insights to SMP Counsel for litigation and contractual reviews.
• Analyze royalties to identify necessary adjustments, and facilitate adjustments in conjunction with royalty processing team.
• Examine royalty data to identify fluctuations and variances; facilitate appropriate corrections.
• Calculate advances due.
• Work on and propose innovative projects and data solutions.

Who You Are:

• Professional with 7 years’ experience in royalty data and analytics; experience in Music Publishing would make you an ideal candidate.
• You can operate under tight deadlines, re-prioritizing tasks often as business demands change throughout the workday and workweek.
• Experience in Excel, SQL and Data Visualization desired.
• You are comfortable working with senior level staff, external clients, colleagues, and business partners to provide customized service based on individual needs.
• You have a keen attention to detail and enjoy research, data analysis, and learning new technology.
• You are self-motivated and enjoy a semi-autonomous role where you have ownership and accountability for your individual work output.
• You propose innovative solutions to utilize technology to automate and improve efficiency in processes.
• You think critically, problem solve, and collaborate well with colleagues in other departments.
• You communicate verbally and in written form in a way that explains complex data in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
• 7.5-hour business workday, but variations in work volume can require extended working hours based on business demands.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

What We Give You:

• Trust, autonomy, and empowerment from your manager and leadership team.
• An opportunity to propose new ideas, think outside the box, and suggest process improvements.
• A small, supportive team of colleagues who are passionate about serving our songwriters.
• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey.
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork.
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching.
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition and student loans.
• We invest in your professional growth & development.
• Time off for a winter recess.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintaining SNAPurchase/Sales/Inventory(PSI) as well as Account (Dealer) PSI in order to maximize sales opportunities while minimizing inventory risk.

• Building an accurate Sell-out/Sell-in forecast by diligently analyzing Customer demand/Sales trend for financial accuracy.

• Executing inventory allocation to Sales orders while working closely with Marketing, Logistics and order Management groups.

• Issuing Reports and arranging Mtg for above activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field is required (Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Data Science or relevant field)

• Minimum 3-5 years related experience, preferably in Consumer Electronics (CE) industry

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with data analysis tools

• Experience with demand planning software or ERP systems

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication

• The ability to work independently, prioritize duties and work within tight deadlines

• Must be self-motivated self-starter, strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail, and have ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $76,375to $101,834The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for a

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Job Responsibilities:

• Financial reporting, account analysis, reconciliations, vendor payment management, month-end close, audit, financial tool support, budget and forecasting activities.

• Work as a liaison directly supporting the Business Units by preparing journal entries, resolving variances where needed, troubleshooting financial tools and general operation issues, providing meaningful and insightful reports and information to support the business.

• Systems and operational support for Forecasting Tool including Internal Order Master Data maintenance; data integrity validation; constantly ensuring alignment with BU Hierarchy and SAP Systems; Provide input and test new versions or upgrades related to different tools managed.

• Our candidate should have the ability to identify weaknesses in processes, provide recommendations for process improvements and execute them. Also, they must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously as well as lead projects.

• Lead and train A&P Customers how to properly track and execute spend, while following company policy.

• Coordinate with cross functional teams, maintain, train, and guide Financial Policies to Marketing teams.

• Backup for other CPC operations outside of A&P managed by team.

• Cross train on other CPC operations outside of A&P responsibilities to ensure business continuity.

Strong Competencies:

• The ability to identify weaknesses in processes and provide recommendations for process improvements.

• Lead process improvement projects.

• Must be able to work on multiple activities simultaneously.

• Managerial courage and is not afraid to speak up with a recommendation or observation based on experience.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.

• 5-7 years Commercial finance experience in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience applying quantitative business analysis and communicating results.

• Strong accounting and reporting skills while learning new financial systems quickly are a must.

• Excellent working knowledge of SAP, Excel, Power Query/Automation, and PowerBI is required.

• Ability to communicate effectively with Internal and External customers / business partners.

• Ideal candidate is detail oriented, proactive, curious, understands end-to-end impact, and has a can-do attitude.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $to $The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for an annual corporate bonus plan, which is based on company performance and is not guaranteed

Job Overview:

As a Strategic HR Business Partner, you’ll work hand-in-hand with business executives, management, and employees to execute high-impact HR strategies and provide day-to-day HR support. You’ll also lead and mentor HR professionals, guiding them in areas such as talent development, employee relations, performance management, and organizational change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic HR Leadership: Translate business strategies and organizational challenges into impactful HR solutions that drive results. You will shape HR initiatives that balance company goals with the specific needs of the client groups, ensuring alignment and maximizing business impact.

• Talent and Workforce Planning: Partner with business leaders to anticipate long-term HR needs and provide strategic insight in areas such as organizational development, talent management, and workforce planning. You will drive change management initiatives and help navigate complex business transformations and restructurings.

• Performance & Talent Management: Lead talent assessments, such as 9-box reviews, succession planning, and development planning. Help guide leaders in identifying high-potential employees and create individualized development plans to ensure continued growth and engagement.

• Employee Relations & HR Generalist Support: Act as a trusted advisor for performance management, employee relations, and conflict resolution. You’ll oversee investigations, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor laws, while fostering a positive work environment.

• Data-Driven HR Insights: Utilize talent analytics, dashboards, and HR metrics to drive decision-making and performance within client groups. Work with senior leaders and HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to develop a holistic approach to talent management and organizational effectiveness.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with HR COEs to implement key corporate-wide initiatives and provide feedback to help refine and optimize HR programs. You’ll ensure the HR strategy is continuously evolving to meet the needs of the business.

• Leadership and Coaching: Manage, mentor, and coach HR business partners and generalists, supporting their professional development and helping them thrive in their roles. You’ll be a leader within the HR team, driving a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance.

• Project and Program Leadership: Lead enterprise-level HR projects and programs across Sony North America, ensuring successful execution and alignment with business objectives.

• Additional Responsibilities: You may take on other HR initiatives or leadership roles, including HR compliance, Canada lead, or spearheading specific HR projects as needed.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience as a strategic HR leader, with a strong background in talent management, organizational development, and change management.

• Ability to turn business challenges into actionable HR strategies that drive measurable business outcomes.

• A data-driven mindset with experience using HR analytics to guide decision-making and improve performance.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders across the organization.

• Strong leadership abilities, including experience managing, mentoring, and developing HR professionals.

• Knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices, with a focus on compliance and employee relations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with an emphasis in a related discipline such as Human Resources or Organizational Development.

• Strong business acumen with minimum of 7 years of related experience as a HR Manager, Business Partner.

• Demonstrated strategic HRBP experience, independently solving complex problems or problems where precedent may not exist; or requires looking beyond policy and taking new perspectives on existing solutions, using best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products/services or processes while maintaining Company integrity and minimizing risk.

• Talent Insights experience, using a variety of data analytical frameworks to influence decisions.

• Prior experience developing and implementing organizational development and engagement strategies in a complex, dynamic organization.

• Strong consultative, diagnostic, organizational, problem solving, analytic and facilitation skills.

• Strong leader of people with exceptional coaching and mentoring skills.

• Working knowledge of talent programs, learning / development, performance management, succession planning.

• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization to coach, influence, facilitate, present and inspire.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Previous supervisory experience, 2+ years in managing HR team is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in Korn Ferry suite of tools (Leadership Architect; 360 assessments, Talking Talent, etc.) is a plus.

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $127,773 to $170,365. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Responsibilities include completing the monthly financial closing processes such as journal entries, accruals, financial analysis, validating systemscontrols, balancesheet reconciliations, and reporting of actual results for the assigned streams such as Revenue, Inventory orSelling/General/Administrative(SGA) Expenses.

Clearly present and explain financial results to Sr.Management.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Ensure SNA financials are in full compliance with IFRS, Sony Corporate Accounting Policies and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) policies.

• Actively participate in projects and activities which improve departmental efficiency and/or effectiveness.

• Provide training, guidance and procedural direction to offshore team. Review & monitor offshore team work product.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3-5 years of applicable experience

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; MBA/CPA preferred

• Experience in a Fortune 500 corporate environment

• Knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS accounting standards

• Microsoft Office skills; Advanced Excel expertise critical

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with Internal and External customers/business partners at various levels

• Skill of identifying weaknesses in processes andrecommending/implementingprocess improvements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior accounting department experience including month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and Journal entry preparation

• Expertise of SAP Finance and ERP Modules including Business Warehouse

• Finance Shared Service and BPO experience

• Understanding of Order to Cash, Revenue and Inventory accounting principles

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $77,000 to $102,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

The Project Manager has the authority to run the project on a day-to-day basis. Verify that the project produces the required deliverables of quality, within the specified constraints of time and cost and to achieve the potential benefits defined in the business case.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of initiatives that span one or multiple lines of business

• Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones

• Full project life cycle ownership: successful project delivery will include full implementation from initiation to deployment for one major or several minor initiatives simultaneously

• Manage all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned to and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectives

• Report on project success criteria results, metrics, and deployment activities

• Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation and excellence

• Participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization

• Provide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverable, dependencies, risks and issues, communicating across leadership

• Understand interdependencies between technology, operations and business needs

• Participate and/or drive feasibility studies, vendor selections and proposals for evaluation by appropriate key stakeholders if applicable

• Define the Statement of Work and Specifications for the requested goods and services

• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel

• Deliver appropriate and effective communication to the various levels of management

• Ensure that projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule, and budget

• Continue professional development in order to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods and best practices

Job Qualifications

• BS/BA degree (minimum) I M.S. or MBA (preferred)

• Minimum of 5 years experience in business and technical analysis or equivalent level of experience

• Must be very proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.) and WorkCollaboration/ProjectManagement tools (MS Project, SharePoint, Smartsheet, Workfront, Wrike, etc.)

• PMP certification preferred