Senior Technical Accounting Manager at PlayStation Global

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Entertainment, GamingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or related field
Active CPA or equivalent license
Manager level public accounting experience
8 - 12 years of progressive experience in Technical Accounting either with Big 4 technical accounting advisory or in practice
Extensive experience in interpreting IFRS and USGAAP (and or UKGAAP) accounting standards and applying it to unique real-world business fact patterns
Previous experience with retail, SaaS, software, entertainment and or technology companies
ESG regulatory framework experience
Experience with managing and driving projects working with cross functional teams
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Highly motivated, self-driven, pro-active and pragmatic

Responsibilities

Accounting policy alignment, documentation and maintenance
Accounting treatment assessment and memorandum documentation & review
New accounting standards adoption including ESG
Coordination of "deals desk" to capture all unusual significant contracts subject to accounting treatment assessment
Support M&A activity from technical accounting assessment perspective including review of contract drafts
Establishment of cross functional business team relationships to understand relevant factual details relevant to accounting assessment matters
Working closely with local and group external auditors as part of accounting treatment assessment memorandum reviews
Review and assessment of assumptions used as part of estimations
Serve as main accounting contact related to legal matters
Support FP&A and planning teams in determining forecast / budget impact from accounting treatment perspective
Execution of SOX controls relevant to Technical Accounting activities
Address ad-hoc accounting treatment questions from accounting, business planners and forecasting teams
Establishment of training curriculum for accounting teams and establishment of knowledge base

Skills

Technical Accounting

Accounting Policy

Accounting Standards

ESG Reporting

M&A Accounting

Deals Desk

External Audit

Contract Review

Financial Memorandums

PlayStation Global

Designs and markets gaming consoles and accessories

About PlayStation Global

Working at PlayStation offers the opportunity to be part of a leading company in the gaming industry, renowned for its cutting-edge technology like haptic feedback and 4K HDR visuals. Employees are immersed in a culture of innovation and excellence that pushes the boundaries of gaming and entertainment. Contributing to a globally recognized brand that consistently delivers high-quality, immersive gaming experiences, ensures a dynamic and fulfilling work environment.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1994Year Founded

M_AND_ACompany Stage

Consumer Software, Entertainment, GamingIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health and wellness: Medical (PPO, HDHP, and HMO), dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, education reimbursement program, wellness reimbursement, identity theft protection, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, business travel accident insurance, 4.5% 401(k) match, commuter program, additional voluntary programs (group legal, pet insurance, auto and home insruance), onsite flu shots and biometric screenings

Family and time off: 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, paid parental leave, adoption assistance program, 529 college savings plan match, back-up child care, parental and elder care coaching

Perks: Sony product discounts, passport perks program, monthly $10 Playstation Network voucher, employee referral bonus, game launch events

Risks

Increased competition from cloud gaming services may impact PlayStation's market share.

Semiconductor shortages could affect PlayStation 5 sales and customer satisfaction.

Cybersecurity threats pose risks to PlayStation Network's stability and user trust.

Differentiation

PlayStation Network offers a comprehensive suite of gaming and media services.

The platform supports a wide range of PlayStation consoles and devices.

PlayStation's integration with PSVR enhances its virtual reality gaming experience.

Upsides

PlayStation's acquisition of Haven Studios could boost exclusive game offerings.

The rise of cross-platform play can increase user engagement on PlayStation Network.

Growing VR market aligns with PlayStation's investment in PSVR technology.

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