Manager, Finance Corporate Planning (OPEX)

2 Weeks ago • 5-7 Years
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SummaryBy Outscal

Lead a team of analysts, manage corporate functions budget, analyze headcount & equity programs, ensure compliance. Must have 5+ years corporate planning, financial analysis, and strong leadership skills.

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

Manager, Finance Corporate Planning (OPEX)

San Mateo, CA  (preferred) or PST time zone 

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager, Finance Corporate Planning (OPEX) to support our corporate functions, including Human Resources, Legal, Facilities, and Finance. The ideal candidate will lead a team of remote and hybrid analysts, prepare financial materials, manage assumptions related to salary and fringe benefits, analyze headcount, and oversee our equity program expenditures.  We aim to foster a positive, inclusive, flexible, creative, and results oriented department and are looking for a leader who can drive these initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of remote and hybrid analysts, providing guidance and oversight to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

  • Prepare/review monthly, quarterly, and yearly actuals, forecasts, and budget materials for corporate functions.

  • Provide variance explanations on monthly actuals, identifying key drivers and trends to inform decision-making.

  • Handle and update assumptions loaded into the financial system, particularly those related to salary and fringe benefits.

  • Analyze headcount data and prepare reconciliations explanations.

  • Manage equity program expenditures, including Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Stock Options (SOs).

  • Develop ROI strategies and leading practices.

  • Collaborate with departmental leaders to ensure alignment of financial goals and objectives.

  • Provide strategic insights and recommendations based on financial analysis and forecasting.

  • Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations.

  • Hire, coach, and mentor staff to achieve success, fostering a collaborative and inclusive high-performance culture.

  • Adhoc requests as needed by the business.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or relevant certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred.

  • 5-7 years of proven experience in corporate planning, financial analysis, or a similar role.

  • 2-3 years of management experience preferred, including managing global and remote teams

  • Flexible and can pivot as business needs change.

  • Strong leadership skills with experience in managing remote/hybrid teams and fostering a positive work culture.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Proficiency in financial software (SAP, Adaptive, Tableau, Power BI, etc.) and advanced Excel skills.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and organizational skills.

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

  • Interest or background in the gaming industry is a plus.

 

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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.

$147,900 - $221,900 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, maternity or parental status, 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.

$147.9K - $221.9K/yr (Outscal est.)
$184.9K/yr avg.
Aliso Viejo, California, United States

About The Company

Want to take your career to the next level? Search open job vacancies at any of the Sony Interactive sites by visiting playstation.com/careers/


Sony Interactive Entertainment pushes the boundaries of entertainment and innovation, starting from the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. Today, we continue to deliver innovative and thrilling experiences to a global audience through our PlayStation line of products and services that include generation-defining hardware, pioneering network services, and award-winning games. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, with global functions in California, London, and Tokyo, and game development studios around the world as part of PlayStation Studios, we believe that the power of play is borderless. Sony Interactive Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.  


For more information about our company, please visit SonyInteractive.com. For more information about PlayStation products, please visit PlayStation.com.

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