Assistant Director, Tax Reporting and Compliance

Position Summary

Sony Corporation of America (SCA) is seeking an Assistant Director, Tax Reporting and Compliance for the Global Tax Office located in Culver City, CA. This role will focus on the Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) segment and will be on a Hybrid schedule with 3-4 days per week in the Culver City, CA office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review corporate, state and partnership tax returns for the Sony Pictures Segment
• Prepare and review 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 Pictures Segment
• Compute and maintain various Federal and state tax attributes schedules
• Understand IFRIC23(FIN48)
• Prepare tax forecast, budget, and cash flow for Sony Pictures Segment
• Analyze and support on matters related to US international considerations including foreign-source income, FDII, BEAT, foreign tax credits and withholding taxes
• Compile sub-consolidated tax return workpapers as well as income tax packages, elections, and disclosures for Sony Pictures entities
• Work closely with the accounting, finance, and legal teams at Sony Pictures 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
• Avoidance of tax disputes and litigation by proactively managing and maintaining provision and compliance deadlines
• Aid in special tax projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required. CPA and/or Masters in Tax preferred
• 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
• Knowledge of IFRS a plus
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills and proven capability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven dynamic environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CorpTax compliance software and OneSource Tax Provision required
• Experience within the Entertainment industry preferred
• Working knowledge of BPC/SAP preferred

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
• 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 remote and hybrid work schedules
• Vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)