Senior Finance Analyst, Central Services

2 Hours ago • 5 Years + • Finance

About the job

Job Description

The Senior Finance Analyst will be part of the Central Studio Business Finance group at PlayStation Studios, supporting Central Services departments. Responsibilities include financial planning and analysis, cost allocations, forecasting, reporting, complex modeling, and collaboration with finance teams across regions. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience in live services, and proficiency in MS Excel and other financial tools. The successful candidate will partner with department heads, contribute to strategic initiatives, and improve financial practices. Must have recent experience in game development and a minimum of 5 years in a financial analysis role within a live services, technology, or entertainment environment.
Must have:
  • Recent game development experience
  • 5+ years in financial analysis (FP&A, budgeting, reporting)
  • Strong MS Excel skills, experience with SAP/Oracle
  • Complex financial modeling and data analysis
  • Excellent communication & presentation skills
Good to have:
  • MBA or advanced degree in finance
  • Experience with business intelligence tools (Tableau, Cognos)
  • Familiarity with OLAP planning applications
  • Previous experience in the gaming/entertainment industry
Perks:
  • Competitive base pay
  • Top-tier benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program
  • Employee discounts for Sony products
  • Bonus package (potential)
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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.

Title:  Senior Finance Analyst, Central Services - PlayStation Studio Business Group

Location:
United States and Canada candidates preferred, position open to full remote.

About the Role:

PlayStation Studios Finance team is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the team. You will be part of the Central Studio Business Finance group, reporting to the Strategic Finance Manager. This role is responsible for Forecasting, Reporting and Analysis for global service groups.

This role will support Central Services departments, focusing on financial planning and analysis, cost allocations, and pivotal initiatives. In this role, you’ll work closely with finance teams across regions, live services leadership, and other internal partners to drive data-driven decision-making, financial strategy, and support for complex financial modeling and forecasting.

You must not be afraid to question current practices and seek business improvement(s) where possible. You must face challenges with optimism and are always looking for ways to be helpful and improve the team.

This role offers flexible location options. For candidates based in Canada, the role will be fully remote. All candidates will report to PlayStation Studios' Strategic Finance Manager, who is based out of Montreal, QC, Canada.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Business partnering: Partner with department heads to understand strategic priorities, resource needs, and financial goals, supporting financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes.
  • Financial Analysis & Reporting: Prepare and present monthly financial reviews, with variance analysis on forecasts, plans, and prior year figures, focusing on operational improvementslive services and central initiatives.
  • Complex Modeling & Scenario Analysis: Perform detailed sensitivity, scenario, and what-if analyses to assess potential financial impacts of strategic decisions within the live services environment.
  • Cost Allocation & Optimization: Monitor and improve cost allocation reporting, collaborating on initiatives to streamline allocation rates and enhance efficiency.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with finance colleagues and department representatives in Asia, the UK, and the US to ensure consistency across regional financial practices.
  • Month-End Close Support: Facilitate month-end and quarter-end close activities, including accruals and intercompany transactions.
  • Strategic Initiatives: Contribute to group-wide strategic and financial initiatives, supporting project execution and identifying opportunities for process improvements.
  • Data Analysis & Synthesis: Gather and synthesize data from several sources to provide actionable business insights and drive informed decision-making.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; CPA preferred. An MBA or advanced degree in finance or business is a plus.
  • Experience:  MUST HAVE recent experience in game development.  Minimum 5 years in a financial analysis role with substantial experience in FP&A, budgeting, and management reporting, ideally within a live services, technology, or entertainment environment.
  • Technical Skills: Strong MS Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas), with experience in SAP, Oracle, or other accounting systems. Experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Cognos, SAP BW) is an advantage.
  • Analytical Abilities: Proficient in complex financial modeling and able to analyze large volumes of data for strategic insights.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data to non-financial audiences.
  • Personal Skills: Meticulous, self-starter, able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Teamwork: Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively across functions and regions.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Industry Knowledge: Previous experience in the gaming, media, or entertainment industry.
  • Advanced Tools Familiarity:
    • Familiarity with OLAP planning applications such as Planning Analytics is beneficial.
    • Previous experience in report building with Tableau, Cognos Analytics or a similar Business Intelligence tool (e.g. SAP BW, Business Objects, PowerBI, Domo).

Why Join Us?

This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to PlayStation's success within the growing Central PlayStation Studios Finance group. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals in a dynamic industry, developing insights that drive PlayStation's financial strategy and growth.

 Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.

 

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.

This is a flexible role that can be remote, with varying pay ranges based on geographic location. For example, if you are based out of Seattle, the estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$127,000 - $190,600 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.

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$158.8K/yr avg.
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