Director, International Tax Reporting and Compliance

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: POSITION SUMMARY Sony Corporation of America (SCA)is seeking a results-oriented Tax Director of International Reporting and Compliance. This individual will be responsible for overseeing US international tax matters for tax compliance and reporting purposes including, but not limited to FDII, GILTI, Subpart F, *861 allocations and FTC, *163j, withholding taxes, BEAT, PTEP calculations for 5471 reporting, as well as measuring the impact of proposed tax legislation and its future tax implications on the group. In addition, this individual will assist in the consolidation of Sony Corporation of America and several hundred foreign affiliates' IFRS tax provision and ensuring that Sony is compliant with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404. The position will report to the Senior Director - International Tax Reporting and Compliance, SCA. This is a Hybrid opportunity requiring 3-4 days onsite in our NYC office. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Lead a team of 6 people in the International group; train, supervise and guide the team in various compliance issues including US tax technical analysis and educate foreign affiliate finance teams on US international tax reporting issues. Review and analyze key international tax compliance relating to Federal Forms 5471, 5472, 8858, 1118, 5713, 8992 and 8993. Should have a comprehensive understanding of E&P, Subpart F, GILTI, FTC and Section 861 expense allocation. Review required elections and disclosures such as check-the-box elections, DCL, GRA etc. Review and supervise preparation of supporting documentation of earnings and profits pool, FTC pool, PTEP, and US tax basis for foreign subsidiaries and/or branches. Model and present the impact of proposed and new tax legislation changes for US tax compliance and financial reporting purposes. Analyze existing tax reporting/compliance processes and recommend improvements to facilitate process efficiencies. Support tax controversy teams with International tax issues. QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION Your qualifications and experience should include: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance. Master's Degree in Tax or Accounting strongly preferred. Must have at least 12 years experience in international tax for large corporate taxpayers including substantial international tax experience (minimum 4 years) with a Big 4 accounting firm. Demonstrated experience overseeing a tax team for at least 5 years and work well in a diverse multicultural environment. Experience with implementation and management of technology based solutions. Must have the ability to coordinate and work with cross function/business segment teams. Knowledgeable with tax compliance issues, US GAAP reporting. Experience with IAS 12 is a plus. Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. 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 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 Other Programs: 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) Annual incentive bonus The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $205,000 to $220,000. 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. #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 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.

Created: 2024-11-05