Junior Accountant (12 Month Temporary Assignment)

Sony Corporation of America (SCA), the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, is a leading provider of electronics, entertainment, and gaming experiences. With a global presence and a diverse portfolio including Sony Electronics, Sony Interactive Entertainment, Sony Music, and Sony Pictures, SCA delivers unparalleled entertainment to millions worldwide.

This is a temporary position of approximately 12 months based in New York, NY.

About the role

The Junior Accountant will join the Corporate Accounting team in NYC, supporting all aspects of the general ledger and month-end closing in a deadline-driven environment. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all intercompany invoices
• Record monthly journal entries
• Provide feedback to manager on ways to enhance and streamline the invoicing process
• Daily monitoring of the AP clearing accounts
• Prepare analysis schedules
• Prepare bank reconciliations
• Assist with the monthly accounting close
• Assist with special projects as they arise
• Maintain honesty, trustworthiness, and ethical conduct in all responsibilities

Requirements

• BS Degree in Accounting required
• 1-2 years of accounting experience
• Experience with SAP Accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Adaptable and willing to work in a changing environment with a focus on process improvement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Driven, self-motivated, deadline-driven, and goal-oriented
• Must be authorized to work in the USA

Schedule

Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the New York City office (25 Madison Ave).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents (spouses/domestic partners and children)
• Voluntary Long-Term Care (LTC) benefit with a life insurance component (enrollment window for new hires once per year)
• Flexible Work Arrangements and hybrid work schedules
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
• Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs)

Pay

The target annualized base salary range for this hourly, overtime-eligible position is $70,000 to $78,000. The actual base salary offered depends on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.