US-CA Culver City, DIRECTOR, ACCOUNTING, Sony Pictures Entertainment 0777
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Position: Director, Accounting
Date: October 27, 2006
JOB #0777
Location: Culver City, CA
Status: Full-time

DESCRIPTION:  Director, Accounting

Sony Pictures Entertainment is a leading creator and distributor of
entertainment products, services and technology. Our global operations
encompass motion picture production and distribution, television
programming and syndication, home video acquisitions and distribution,
operation of studio facilities, development of new entertainment
technologies and distribution of filmed entertainment in over 67 countries.

Description:
 This position is responsible for managing the monthly general ledger close process and reporting for SPE's Domestic
 Home Entertainment distribution business. The distribution business focuses on revenues, costs, and cash flows
 associated with DVD, UMD, mobile and digital licensing sales of Sony Motion Pictures, Television, and Home
 Entertainment acquisition releases.

 Detailed Responsibilities
 • Hands-on management of the monthly general ledger close, including consolidation of Canadian operations. Ensures
 that all tasks are completed in an appropriate sequence and in a timely manner to meet reporting deadlines.
 • Oversees preparation of month-end Hyperion submission to Corporate, variance analyses, mid-month flash reports,
 monthly management books, participation statements, and other ad hoc reports and analyses.
 • Supervises and develops team of five senior and staff accountants.
 • Works with internal and external audit groups to satisfy Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, and help implement policies
 and procedures for remediation as necessary.
 • Works collaboratively with SPHE inventory, distribution control and credit & collections accounting groups as
 well as finance staff at other SPE divisions.
 • Acts as liaison with IT on all initiatives impacting SPHE accounting, ranging from broad development projects to
 daily production issues.
 • Identifies and implements opportunities for process improvement in order to improve the quality of reporting,
 strengthen internal controls, and gain efficiencies.

 Requirements / Skills
 • Bachelors degree minimum, with concentration in Accounting or Finance.
 • A minimum of 9+ years public and/or private accounting experience required.
 • Prior experience managing a general ledger close required.
 • Superior Excel skills required.
 • Experience with JD Edwards/One World accounting system strongly preferred.
 • CPA is strongly preferred.
 • Experience with SAP and Hyperion is a plus.
 • Entertainment experience preferred, not required.

 Additional Skills:
 • Is well organized, detail oriented, and meets deadlines.
 • Is technically proficient and has strong analytical skills.
 • Enjoys supervising and working with all levels of accounting staff.
 • Maintains a flexible mental outlook; thrives in an environment of change and the challenge of continual process
 improvement.
 • Exercises sound judgment, good common sense, and a high level of integrity and professionalism.
 • Has a strong aptitude for working with systems and databases.

 As a global leader in creativity and innovation, Sony Pictures Entertainment draws upon the diverse backgrounds and
 perspectives or our workforce for continued success. Our respect for employee differences and focus on employee
 development encourages a progressive and rewarding work environment. In addition, SPE offers excellent benefits:
 medical, dental, vision, 401k, 10 paid holidays, plus much more.

 COMPANY CONTACT INFORMATION:

To be considered for this position, you must meet the minimum qualifications as described above and forward your
 resume online at www.sonypicturesjobs.com under Requisition #7661.
 Sony Pictures Entertainment is an EE/AA/E. No telephone calls please.