Position: Finance Manager

Location: Charleston, South Carolina

Department: Finance

Reports to: Head of Studio, Regional Finance Controller

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:

Side is a global video game development and services provider, providing technical and creative services to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, PTW has grown to become a global force in the gaming industry, with over 40 studios in 14 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. Our industry-leading services include art production, game development, quality assurance, player support, community management, localization, localization QA, audio production, and data collection. The Side family of brands includes Ghostpunch Games, and 1518 Studios. For more information, visit https://www.side.inc/

About the role:

We are looking for a seasoned Finance Manager for our Charleston based delivery studio (with substantial experience in small-midsized companies preferred) with a full skill set of monthly closing process. The scope of the Finance Manager role involves bookkeeping, monthly closing, preparation of financial statements, financial and management reporting & analysis and collaboration with finance team members in different locations. While making sure monthly closing and reporting, the Finance Manager acts as a business partner for the Studio Head.

Responsibilities:

1. Monthly Closing Process:

• Perform and oversee the full set of monthly closing activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines: external and internal customer billing, supplier payments, bank reconciliation etc

• Reconcile bank balance, B/S accounts, including cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, intercompany transactions
• Record and adjust journal entries to ensure proper recording of financial transactions.
• Analyze variances and resolve discrepancies during the closing cycle.
• Ensure timely monthly reporting to our Japanese parent company

2. General Ledger Maintenance:

• Manage and update the general ledger in Microsoft Dynamics 365 to reflect accurate financial data.
• Maintain supporting documentation for all financial entries.

3. Fixed Asset Management:

• Update depreciation schedules and post depreciation journal entries.
• Account for any purchases, disposals, or impairments of fixed assets

4. Preparation of Financial Statements:

• Compile and prepare comprehensive financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement) in compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., USGAAP).
• Ensure financial statements provide a true and fair view of the organization's financial position.

5. Compliance and Audit:

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Ensure all relevant regulatory filings are made on time
• Provide documentation and assistance for internal and external audits.

6. Process Improvement:

• Identify inefficiencies in the monthly closing process and recommend improvements.
• Develop and implement best practices for accurate and efficient financial reporting.

7. Collaboration:

• Work closely with Studio head, operation teams and other finance team members in different locations to ensure proper allocation of expenses and alignment of financial reports.
• Partner with Studio head to provide insights and explanations for financial results.
• Work with FP&A team in London to prepare monthly forecast and quarterly & annual budget.
• Work with SIDE group’s Consolidation team in London for preparation of group consolidation on a monthly basis.
• Upload monthly financial data on a consolidation platform used by SIDE Group’s ultimate holding on a monthly, timely basis.
• Closely work with Group Treasury team on a weekly basis and prepare weekly and monthly cash forecast.

8. Payroll Accuracy and Verification:

• Conduct detailed reviews of payroll data to ensure accuracy in employee compensation, deductions, and tax calculations.
• Verify compliance with organizational policies and local, state, and federal payroll regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or Qualified Accountant (US CPA or equivalent)/actively pursuing qualification
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards such as GAAP or IFRS.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate or above of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Excel in particular.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive Base salary

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company matching

Who we are

Side (formerly PTW) is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world.

Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the video games industry, with over 40 studios in 15 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.

Our industry-leading services include codev, art production, localization, audio production, quality assurance, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets. For more information, visit www.side.inc