Usually do a quick calculation and descend manually (v/s mode), especially for close-in restrictions. Have watched guys try to do these close-in descents with the FMS, only to have it miss by rather a lot.
In this case, and they are the PF, have THEM explain to the ATC controller why things didn't work out....
Works for me anyway.
Also have watched a rather experienced First Officer (who thought he was 'ace of the base') begin descent using the FMS only to have an intermediate level off from ATC. He programmed the box OK, but then sat there watching the aeroplane NOT level off as programed...and when I pointed this out, his only excuse was..."well, it was SUPPOSED to level off".
Back to basics sometimes (usually) works better.
