Senior GL Accountant (Contractor)

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?</strong></p> <p>Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.</p></div><p><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Senior GL Accountant (Contractor) *<br>San Mateo, CA (hybrid)&nbsp;<em>- requires 2 days onsite per week</em></span></strong></p> <p><em><span style="font-size: 14px;">*This is a 6-month contract through our Staffing Partner, Yoh.&nbsp;</span></em></p> <p>The Sr Accountant will be a key member of the Finance &amp; Accounting team, responsible for supporting the month-end closing process with a strong focus on operating accruals, cost allocations, Intangible assets accounting and account reconciliations.</p> <p>The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and possesses a deep understanding of accounting principles. The candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and collaborate effectively across teams.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p><strong>Month-End / Quarter-End Close</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead and execute month-end and quarter-end close activities in accordance with established timelines.</li> <li>Maintain accurate accounting records for Intangible assets including software, licenses, patents, trademark, internally developed assets, and other capitalized intangible costs.</li> <li>Support impairment assessments and document assumptions and conclusions.</li> <li>Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial results through detailed account analysis.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Own the end-to-end accrual process across assigned business functions.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Cross-Functional Partnership</strong></p> <ul> <li>Collaborate with FP&amp;A, Procurement, AP, and business teams.</li> <li>Support finance transformation initiatives and system enhancements.</li> <li>Provide accounting guidance to business partners where needed.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</s