Sr Financial Analyst

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

Our team manages the Global Forecasting and Analysis and Accounting for the Out-Licensing Organization. Our activities include developing the Annual and Quarterly Financial forecasts, performing monthly analysis on the Company’s financial results, and supporting all the out-licensing business teams. We work with cross functional partners across the organization and communicate performance to them as well as to Senior Leadership.

The Opportunity: 

Mattel is currently looking for Sr. Financial Analyst to join our Entertainment Finance team in El Segundo, CA. You will play a critical role in supporting the both the Consumer Products (“CP”) and Publishing teams as well as own consolidation activities for the out-licensing team. This is an opportunity to learn about the licensing business and its role and purpose within Mattel. This role will support the Global licensing teams and include coordination with cross functional partners across the organization. 

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Develop detailed financial models to evaluate licensing deals, royalties, and strategic partnerships across Consumer Products and Book Publishing partnerships
• Support the development and analysis of quarterly, annual and long-term forecasts for the out-licensing business for North America
• Consolidate, analyze, and summarize the monthly financial results for CP and Publishing against the plan, forecasts, and prior results and present findings to team leadership
• Prepare executive-level presentations summarizing financial performance, business drivers, and strategic insight for the total out-licensing organization
• Partner with Legal, sales and accounting to ensure contract compliance and revenue recognition
• Manage forecast system loads for CP and Publishing lines of business for North America
• Evaluate business problems and build quantitative models to support business decisions
• Represent the Finance point-of-view at cross-functional meetings with cross functional teams
• Support weekly performance forecasting for CP and Publishing for North America
• Maintains on-going relationship with North America business partners and ensure understanding of their state of the business, the major changes and the key factors that impact the business
• Collaborate with Accounting to validate proper revenue recognition and accruals, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies
• Ensure compliance with corporate policy and Sarbanes Oxley requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• BS/BA required (Finance, Accounting, Economics preferred)
• CPA or MBA preferred
• 5+ years experience in financial/P&L analysis
• Advanced analytical and quantitative modeling skills. Proven track record of converting information into data-driven insights.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in all other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to quickly gain proficiency in new/multiple financial systems
• Oracle GL/Project Accounting and Hyperion Financial Management experience preferred
• Proactive, high energy and detail/results-oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrate ownership of the business 

The annual base salary range for this position is between $114,000 and $135,000.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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