Financial Analyst

Sony Music Global Job Board • Los Angeles, CA

30d

About The Position

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We’ve played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We’ve nurtured some of music’s most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.
Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we’re committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.
Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.
As a Financial Analyst, Ceremony of Roses, you will be a member of the Sony Music Global Finance team with a primary focus on Accounts Payable (AP) operations. In this role, you will analyze vendor transactions, ensure timely and accurate invoice processing, and support month-end close through AP reconciliation and reporting. You will work closely with procurement, operations, and accounting to maintain accurate financial records, streamline invoice workflows, and uphold internal controls. Your analytical skills will help identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improving our AP processes.
Beyond day-to-day AP responsibilities, this position also supports broader financial analysis tasks, including assisting with pricing analysis, budgeting tracking, and expense reporting. The Financial Analyst will be expected to provide data-driven insights, develop dashboards or reports as needed, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial decision-making. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is committed to continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 1-3+ years of finance/accounting experience, including experience managing accounts payable responsibilities.
• Experience with Microsoft applications including but not limited to Excel and Outlook.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present complex issues to senior leadership in a clear and concise manner.
• Highly collaborative leader with the ability to manage multiple high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of accounts payable operations and procedures.
• Conduct margin analysis on our various revenue channels, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance the company’s bottom line.
• Conduct and oversee budget requests from the production team to ensure timely payments to our vendors.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external vendors, ensuring efficient payments and resolution of key payable matters.
• Assist with special projects spanning global finance operations, compliance, reporting initiatives, and strategic priorities for Ceremony of Roses.
• Conduct and oversee the processing of supply and intercompany invoices.

Benefits

• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best
• 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
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next
• Time off for a winter recess

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees