Finance Analyst, FP&A - Global Marketing

About Sony Interactive Entertainment

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, SIE delivers cutting‑edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and is an entertainment leader home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture experiences under the PlayStation brand, synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.

About the Role

We’re looking for a motivated and detail‑oriented Finance Analyst to join the Global Marketing FP&A team at PlayStation. Based in London, this role supports financial planning, forecasting, and reporting for our worldwide marketing organisation. You’ll work closely with regional and global marketing and finance partners to provide accurate analysis, insightful reporting, and strong process support. This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to the rollout of marketing’s new Anaplan planning system, supporting implementation, testing, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the month‑end close process, preparing management reports, variance analyses, and commentary on marketing spend versus budget
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly forecasts and annual budgets for global marketing cost centres
• Consolidate and validate financial data across multiple regions and business units
• Partner with marketing and accounting teams to monitor campaign investments, accruals, and actuals
• Maintain and improve financial models, templates, and reporting tools to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Help prepare executive‑level presentations and insights highlighting key performance trends
• Support the implementation and testing of new Anaplan planning system, ensuring data accuracy, model integrity, and smooth adoption across global teams
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline reporting and enhance analytical capabilities
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic marketing decisions

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, charts)
• Solid understanding of financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across global and cross‑functional teams
• Proactive mindset with strong problem‑solving skills and a desire to learn

Desirable Qualifications

• Progress toward a professional accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, CPA)
• Experience with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, or planning tools like Anaplan, Adaptive Insights, or Hyperion
• Interest in financial systems, process improvement, and digital transformation
• Prior experience or internship in FP&A, marketing finance, or a data analysis role
• A passion for gaming, technology, or entertainment

What We Offer

• A hybrid working model based in our London office (typically 2–3 days per week on‑site)
• Opportunity to support a major FP&A systems implementation (Anaplan) and develop hands‑on systems expertise
• Exposure to global finance operations within one of the world’s most iconic entertainment brands
• Career development opportunities, including mentorship and study support for professional qualifications
• A creative and inclusive culture that celebrates innovation and collaboration

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Private medical insurance
• Dental scheme
• 25 days holiday per year
• On‑site gym
• Subsidised café and free soft drinks
• On‑site bar
• Access to cycle garage and showers

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or any other legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.