US-CA Culver City, MANAGER – SARBANES-OXLEY COMPLIANCE, Sony Pictures Entertainment 0812
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Position: Manager – Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
Date: March 22, 2007
JOB #0812
Location: Culver City, CA
Status: Full-time

DESCRIPTION: Manager – Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance

Information Technology

Req: 8276

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.

The VP Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance reports to the VP, Technical Support.  The Technical Support Department is a group within the Sony Pictures Entertainment Corporate Finance Group. The Department is accountable for consulting and advising on a proactive basis with the other finance groups within the company on accounting issues and policies, internal controls, and corporate governance.  The Department is also responsible for coordinating the company wide implementation of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).  As a result the Manager, Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance will have exposure to all of the financial departments within the company.

The Manager, SOX Compliance, IT  will be accountable for coordinating the company’s efforts in obtaining SOX 404 compliance for its Information Technology (IT) systems/environment.  The Manager will act as a liaison between the SPE SOX Project Management Office and the IT Department as well as manage internal and external resources employed in documenting and testing IT processes and internal controls .

The Manager will need to develop and maintain a detailed knowledge of company-wide operations that will enable transitioning to key positions in other finance areas or business units when, and if, necessary.  

DUTIES:

Planning & Administration

*  Plan and secure SOX team resources
*  Provide inputs to budgets & analyses
*  Maintain and update Niku – resource scheduling system
*  Approve and track time & invoice payments
*  Manage project & schedule in accordance with overall SCA schedule
*  Create processes to execute work (e.g. assessment, remediation, testing) that enable the IT organization to meet deadlines.
*  Create detailed schedules to support resource requirements and work execution.
Maintain high level timeframe views for management

Analysis

*  Analyze processes & performance, create metrics for project management & reporting
*  Controls & Control Deficiency Analysis
*  Test Strategy (analysis of resources, execution, documentation)

Communication, Monitoring & Reporting

*  Create & maintain status reports & dashboards
*  Executive dashboards
*  Periodic update presentations for Sr. Staff Meeting (approx monthly)
*  Weekly updates for local SOX PMO (Corporate Finance)
*  Quarterly / Monthly status updates for Regional SOX PMO
*  Coordinate / conduct conference calls and meetings for remediation assistance.
*  Maintain Mercury Quality Center and monitor remediation efforts
*  Coordinate / conduct sessions to educate and inform as needed
*  Communicate and coordinate with internal audit (provide initial assessments and leverage testing) & review IA findings
*  Communicate and coordinate with external auditors, PwC
*  Obtain review (& sign-off) of test strategy & plans prior to test execution
Facilitate PwC audit.
*  Communicate and coordinate with EY team
*  Coordinate for Enterprise-wide remediation initiatives & project-level reporting

Issues Management

*  Maintain issues log
*  Resolve and/or elevate issues to Sr. Management as appropriate

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Background

*  B.S./B.A.- Information Technology
*  CPA desired
*  A minimum of 5+ years work experience in a public accounting firm with direct client experience in motion picture accounting, related industries or direct industry experience
Candidates must have significant experience in information systems and internal controls

Critical Success Factors

*  Excellent project management skills including the ability to manage multiple projects,  the ability to work independently and meet deadlines
*  Previous experience with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance projects
*  Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
*  Strong PC (particularly in Excel) and analytical skills required
*  Self-motivated team player


As a global leader in creativity and innovation, Sony Pictures Entertainment draws upon the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of 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 Req: 8276.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an EE/AA/E. No telephone calls please.