What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, International Tax Compliance position at Sony Corporation of America?
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.
POSITION SUMMARY
Sony Corporation of America (SCA) is seeking a Manager, International Tax Compliance to join the Global Tax Office located in New York City to support consolidation team . The Manager, International Tax Compliance will be responsible for tax reporting and compliance including, but not limited to preparation and review of income tax provisions, preparation of income tax returns, and preparation and review of various tax projects. Primary focus for this position is international, but certain involvement in domestic area is expected.
This position will be on a hybrid schedule requiring 3-4 days per week onsite in the NYC office.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in reviewing and analysis of foreign income tax provision reporting for all foreign subsidiaries in the Sony Corporation of America consolidated group (including subsidiaries in foreign joint ventures)
Reviewing updates of pre-tax income/income tax for tax budgets, forecast and forecast updates for all foreign subsidiaries
Prepare income tax returns as required by the Internal Revenue Service (5471, 5472, 5713, 8858, 8865 & 1120F)
Maintain the Tax basis for all foreign subsidiaries
Calculate income inclusions as required by the Internal Revenue Code [Subpart F] and aware of US tax reform impacts such as, GILTI and 163j.
Update and estimate earnings and profits of all foreign subsidiaries, maintain tax paid pools, as well as compute tested income or loss
Calculate available foreign tax credit for the Sony Corporation of America consolidated group (Form 1118)
Manage the foreign undistributed earnings
Perform International compliance research and tax planning as required
Interact with business units as tax liaison to ensure that all material tax issues are identified, and tax benefits/costs/risks are evaluated and addressed
Coordinate and assist with Parent company accounting group's requests
Perform other duties as assigned
Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above
QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION
Your qualifications and experience should include:
A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and minimum of 6 years International Tax Experience in Public Accounting and/or Private Industry is required.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Master's degree in taxation, or equivalent experience is desired
Federal and state income tax experience is a plus
Effective verbal and written communication skills and high degree of accuracy and ability to meet deadlines in a time sensitive environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
Hands on working knowledge of Corptax or similar tax software
Entertainment industry knowledge a plus
Must work well as an individual contributor and be a team player
All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States
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 $135,000 to $145,000. 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.
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Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or membership in any other legally protected category.
Salary : $135,000 - $145,000