Business Apps Analyst @ PlayStation Global

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Full-Time

Business Apps Analyst

Posted on 4/27/2023

PlayStation Global

1,001-5,000 employees

Online multiplayer gaming and digital media delivery service

Hardware

Consumer Software

Junior, Mid

San Diego, CA, USA

Required Skills

SQL

Financial analysis

Tableau

JIRA

Customer Service

Confluence

Data Analysis

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in a Business Analyst or similar role
Experience with BPM, Balanced Scorecards, SWOT analysis and other BA techniques
Analytical, with ability to develop abstract goals into concrete tasks
Proactive, dedicated
Comfortable working in a global matrix-based team
Experience with Tableau or other reporting tools
Experience writing SQL queries and performing data analysis
Track record of showcasing customer service mindset
JIRA & Confluence experience
Familiarity with gaming industry will be considered a strong asset

Responsibilities

Track and report multiple quantitative and qualitative KPIs to leadership on a monthly basis
Support quarterly operation efficiency and financial progress reporting to senior leadership
Gather data and provide analytical support to allow senior management to evaluate performance against key metrics and identify opportunities for operational efficiency
Develop organizational roadmaps to implement processes at scale
Conduct financial analysis to enhance understanding of business unit drivers, key stakeholders, and the interoperability between departments and teams
Interview stakeholders and management groups to collect qualitative and quantitative data and identify and document financial goals, success criteria and success metrics
Perform financial and performance reporting and track key metrics including ROI and % actual vs target
Conduct sector and industry analysis to determine how market conditions may affect performance and other ad-hoc analyses
Derive business insight and intelligence from internal and external financial data
Perform sensitivity analysis on predictor variables to gain understanding of potential impact on outcomes
Help design, document, and maintain system processes

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

The Business Analyst role will work closely with data engineers, analysts, finance and business heads to build, refine and maintain centralized systems and financial data pipelines.

Business Analysis

Track and report multiple quantitative and qualitative KPIs to leadership on a monthly basis
Support quarterly operation efficiency and financial progress reporting to senior leadership
Gather data and provide analytical support to allow senior management to evaluate performance against key metrics and identify opportunities for operational efficiency
Develop organizational roadmaps to implement processes at scale
Conduct financial analysis to enhance understanding of business unit drivers, key stakeholders, and the interoperability between departments and teams
Interview stakeholders and management groups to collect qualitative and quantitative data and identify and document financial goals, success criteria and success metrics
Perform financial and performance reporting and track key metrics including ROI and % actual vs target
Conduct sector and industry analysis to determine how market conditions may affect performance and other ad-hoc analyses.
Derive business insight and intelligence from internal and external financial data.
Perform sensitivity analysis on predictor variables to gain understanding of potential impact on outcomes.
Help design, document, and maintain system processes

Qualifications:

Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in a Business Analyst or similar role
Experience with BPM, Balanced Scorecards, SWOT analysis and other BA techniques
Analytical, with ability to develop abstract goals into concrete tasks
Proactive, dedicated
Comfortable working in a global matrix-based team

Preferred Experience / Education:

Experience with Tableau or other reporting tools
Experience writing SQL queries and performing data analysis
Track record of showcasing customer service mindset
JIRA & Confluence experience
Familiarity with gaming industry will be considered a strong asset

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At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$77,100—$115,700 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

PlayStation Global

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Playstation's mission is to deliver new joy, excitement and awe to everyone. The company builds software and hardware for gaming consoles and content.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Foster City, California

Founded

1994

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -18%

1 year growth

↓ -25%

2 year growth

↓ -21%

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

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