Manager, Tax Compliance

Sony•Madison, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sony Corporation of America is seeking a Manager, Tax Compliance for the Global Tax Office located in New York, NY. This role supports federal and state tax compliance, income tax provision reporting, forecasting, and U.S. international tax matters for Sony Interactive Entertainment and other assigned entities. The Manager, Tax compliance partners with accounting, finance, legal, and tax specialty teams, monitors evolving tax requirements, supports audits and special projects, and drives process improvements across tax provision and compliance operations. This position will be on a Hybrid schedule with 3-4 days per week in the New York City office.

Requirements

Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in corporate tax accounting, compliance, and tax provision preparation, preferably in a large multinational company and/or a public accounting firm
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field is required
Comprehensive knowledge and technical competence in book-to-tax accounting, as well as federal and state income tax concepts applicable to multinational organizations, is essential
Detail oriented with strong analytical skills and proven capability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven dynamic environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of SAP/BPC
Knowledge of CorpTax compliance software and OneSource Tax Provision required
Must be authorized to work unrestricted within the United States

Nice To Haves

CPA and/or Masters in Tax preferred
Knowledge of IFRS a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and review supporting tax return workpapers, tax packages, elections, disclosures, and forms for the federal and state corporate income, partnership, and withholding tax returns for Sony Interactive Entertainment and other assigned entities.
Prepare quarterly and annual income tax provision calculation in accordance with IAS 12; computation of book to tax differences; tracking of deferred taxes inventory; tax account analysis and reconciliations; assist with effective tax rate reconciliation and other analysis of income tax amounts including preparation of tax-related journal entries for Sony Interactive Entertainment Segment and other assigned entities
Prepare tax forecast, budget, and cash flow for Sony Interactive Entertainment Segment
Analyze and support on matters related to US international considerations including foreign-source income, FDII, BEAT, foreign tax credits and withholding taxes
Work closely with the accounting, finance, and legal teams at Sony Interactive Entertainment on tax-related matters
Monitor U.S. tax developments and related international rules impacting US filings, including OECD BEPS/Pillar Two to assess impacts on the business and assist with related reporting requirements
Assist with the research and development calculation for Sony Interactive Entertainment
Assist with consolidated/combined Federal/State filing audits; handling of standalone Federal/State audits
Identify and support process improvement initiatives within the tax provision and compliance operations to enhance efficiency through the implementation of innovative solutions, technology enhancements, and collaboration with other tax specialty groups
Proactively manage and maintain provision and compliance deadlines
Assist in special tax projects as needed
Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
Fertility benefits, including, surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Short-term & long-term disability plans
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting
Education assistance and student loan programs
Flexible Work Arrangements, including hybrid work schedules
Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)
Matching gift program
A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)
Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees
Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)