Staff Auditor

Sony Corporation of America
life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
Apr 15, 2025
Sony Corporation of America, located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan. Sony's principal U.S. businesses include Sony Electronics Inc., Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Music Publishing and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. With some 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide today, a vast array of Sony movies, television shows and music, and the PlayStation Network, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to more people than anyone else on earth. To learn more: www.sony.com/en. DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW At the end of the day, it's much more than just numbers. For our audit team, it's about being as innovative as the products and content we create. Whether it's minimizing risk or providing consulting to our executives, they are constantly devising new ways to add value and efficiencies. They work hard and support every department with the necessary resources to optimize the business. To find effective strategies that turn negatives into positives. It's a career that requires tremendous integrity, scrupulous attention to detail and the drive to always think beyond the obvious. POSITION SUMMARY Sony Corporation of America (SCA) seeks a bright, motivated, detail-oriented Staff Auditor for an Operational Audit position in our New York, NY office. This position will report to the Audit Director based in New York, NY and will be part of the audit team responsible for Sony's global recorded music and music publishing divisions and its US-based corporate functions. This position provides excellent international work experience and requires approximately 20% - 25% travel to top international destinations, as well as domestic travel. About you: We need someone who is a critical thinker with the ability to analyze data and communicate results across all levels of the organization both verbally and written. Your role will include assessing large sets of data, interviewing key stake holders and communicating findings with impact. We need you to have a sense of organization, accuracy, consistency and attention to detail. In addition, we are looking for someone who is flexible, maintains an open mind and is committed to achieving goals as a team. This position will be on a Hybrid schedule with 1-2 days per week in the NYC office. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Support financial, operational and system reviews domestically and internationally Evaluate whether risks to the company are identified and minimized, acceptable internal policies and procedures are followed, resources are used efficiently and economically and the organization's objectives are effectively achieved Perform SOX testing on behalf of Management and document testing Liaise with external auditors to explain testing procedures and deficiencies Represent the internal audit department on company initiatives and special projects, both domestic and international Use data driven analytics to identify risk areas and deliver audit results with impact to senior management. Assist management with enterprise risk assessment and annual audit plan development Contribute to internal department initiatives, such as training and development, updates to internal audit policies and procedures and other internal projects, as requested Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION Your qualifications and experience should include: Bachelor's Degree required (Majored in Business, Accounting/Finance or related field preferred) Minimum of 1 year of progressive experience in a public accounting firm or private industry internal audit or finance/accounting department Business process knowledge (such as Procure to Pay, Record to Report, Order to Cash) SOX life cycle experience (planning, testing, reporting, etc.). Should be able to test and document key business processes SAP experience preferred CPA or CIA preferred Foreign language proficiency a plus Media or Entertainment industry experience is also a plus Ability to travel internationally (+/-25% travel) All candidates must be authorized to work in the USA In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony's purpose to "fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology." Benefits: SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family's physical, emotional, and financial well-being. What we offer you: 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 Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, 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 v immediate vesting Education assistance and student loan programs Other Programs: Flexible Work Arrangements, including hybrid work schedules Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year's Day (based on business needs) Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility) Matching gift program A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs) Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions) The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $75,000 to $85,000. In addition to the annual base salary, this role has an annual bonus target of 7%. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. #LI-BC1 Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of America Sony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at careers@sonyusa.com or by mail to: Sony Corporation of America, Human Resources Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for. EEO is the Law EEO is the Law Supplement Right to Work (English/Spanish) E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish) While SCA does not require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, there are certain Sony offices that require employees to be vaccinated in order to enter. If you will be located at or travel to those offices, you will be required to be fully vaccinated to enter. The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for documented medical reasons and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Please do not include proof of vaccination status or any indication of a possible request for a vaccination accommodation when submitting your application materials. If applicable, the Company will follow up with you directly to request proof of vaccination and to discuss any potential accommodations.