Analyst, Production Finance Systems

Analyst, Production Finance Systems
We are seeking an Analyst for our Production Finance System team, who combines a passion for management information systems (MIS) and the entertainment industry. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented. This role involves acting as a liaison across various departments, including TV Production Accounting, Production, Production IT Services, and external data system vendors. You will work closely with internal teams, playing a vital role in the integration and management of Finance Systems.
Among other tasks, the Analyst will play a pivotal role in onboarding/offboarding TV Production Accounting/Finance personnel, overseeing account setup, managing vendor products, and functioning as a line of business product owner. The successful candidate should possess exceptional organization skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Flexibility is also key, as you will be the product owner on multiple systems simultaneously.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the efficient operation of our TV Production Finance Department, directly impacting the success of our productions. If you are eager to advance your career in a dynamic, creative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary contact for onboarding and offboarding TV Production Accounting/Finance personnel.
• Oversee account setups and manage relationships with various vendors for product management.
• Act as the product owner for business-specific systems, ensuring their effective utilization and strategic alignment.
• Coordinate user access across multiple systems, collaborating closely with the production team and maintaining documentation for audit purposes.
• Monitor and manage access rights of production accounting users in different internal and external systems.
• Facilitate the implementation of workflow tools to enhance departmental efficiency and process optimization.
• Utilize data analytics for decision-making, strategic planning, and supporting system and personnel initiatives.
• Liaise with third-party vendors to ensure compliance with SOX standards and effective application of their services.
• Handle production setup requests with vendors, ensuring accurate accounting and finance configurations.
• Manage the ordering and distribution of check stock for various productions.
• Support audit processes by providing necessary documentation and ensuring compliance.
• Generate ad-hoc reports and analyses to meet dynamic department needs.
• Undertake additional projects and responsibilities as required.

Technical Skills:

• Aptitude for new concepts and effective problem-solving.
• Strong flexibility and adaptability, with experience managing multiple systems concurrently.
• Profound knowledge of financial systems, IT and Management Information Systems (MIS).
• Robust project management skills and capability to work with significant autonomy.
• Expertise in and familiarity with Global Vista, Smart Accounting, AirTable, Salesforce and SAP/S4 Hana; Scenechronize is advantageous.

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization, including upper management.
• Analytical and enthusiastic about complex problem solving, with a particular focus on advanced computer science skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with a high level of academic curiosity, and a focus on generating results.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Exhibits the highest personal and professional standards of integrity and ethics.

Basic Qualifications:

• Education: BA/BS degree with emphasis in with an emphasis in Finance, Accounting or Computer Science preferred.
• Preferably 1 to 2+ years of film and/or television industry, IT, finance or accounting experience.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Willingness to work extended hours if needed
• Must be willing to submit to background check
• Must have work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be willing to work in Culver City, CA
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered

The anticipated base salary for this position is $59,600 - $86,900. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
*Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
USA - Culver City - Studio Lot - CA01