Mattel, Inc.
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Base pay range $113,600.00/yr - $132,000.00/yr
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 The Global Brand Team (GBT) Finance provides financial support and guidance to the Global Brand Teams (GBT) including Marketing, Design and Product Development. We provide the perspective and analysis on future product line profitability and development.
The Opportunity The Global Brand Team (GBT) Finance team is seeking an energetic, collaborative and self-motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join the team at its Corporate Headquarters in El Segundo, CA. This position will report to the Manager of Finance, and provide an opportunity to work with cross-functional teams within the GBT and across total Mattel.
What Your Impact Will Be
Assist in the development of in-licensing pro forma P&Ls and deal performance tracking
Drive quarterly licensor forecasting in collaboration with Commercial In-Licensing and Marketing teams
Review and approve in-licensing CAS and royalty payments, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance
Participate in portions of royalty accounting, including prepaid write-offs, audits, and relief assessments
Provide financial direction to brand teams that allow us to achieve brand profitability targets for in-licensed product lines
Represent the finance point-of-view at cross-functional meetings with design, marketing, sales, and other functions as we develop toy lines for future years with current and new licensors
Manage SG&A budgets for in-licensing business
Support any other ad-hoc financial and strategic analysis related to key business unit initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Ability to influence/negotiate with key stakeholders
Strong communication skills, verbal and written
Strong documentation skills with attention to detail a must
Self-starter with problem solving skills
Ability to perform analytics on business and provide insightsAbility to handle/adapt to multiple projects in a fast paced and complex environment with short deadlines
Must be proactive, results oriented, and possess high ethical standards
Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the toy, entertainment, consumer products industries a plus
BS/BA required (Finance, Accounting, Economics preferred); MBA preferred
3+ years’ experience with an MBA (or equivalent advanced degree) or 5+ years’ experience in a related role
Excel proficiency (modeling and forecasting) required; PowerPoint or other graphics presentation capability preferred
About Mattel 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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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Base pay range $113,600.00/yr - $132,000.00/yr
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 The Global Brand Team (GBT) Finance provides financial support and guidance to the Global Brand Teams (GBT) including Marketing, Design and Product Development. We provide the perspective and analysis on future product line profitability and development.
The Opportunity The Global Brand Team (GBT) Finance team is seeking an energetic, collaborative and self-motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join the team at its Corporate Headquarters in El Segundo, CA. This position will report to the Manager of Finance, and provide an opportunity to work with cross-functional teams within the GBT and across total Mattel.
What Your Impact Will Be
Assist in the development of in-licensing pro forma P&Ls and deal performance tracking
Drive quarterly licensor forecasting in collaboration with Commercial In-Licensing and Marketing teams
Review and approve in-licensing CAS and royalty payments, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance
Participate in portions of royalty accounting, including prepaid write-offs, audits, and relief assessments
Provide financial direction to brand teams that allow us to achieve brand profitability targets for in-licensed product lines
Represent the finance point-of-view at cross-functional meetings with design, marketing, sales, and other functions as we develop toy lines for future years with current and new licensors
Manage SG&A budgets for in-licensing business
Support any other ad-hoc financial and strategic analysis related to key business unit initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Ability to influence/negotiate with key stakeholders
Strong communication skills, verbal and written
Strong documentation skills with attention to detail a must
Self-starter with problem solving skills
Ability to perform analytics on business and provide insightsAbility to handle/adapt to multiple projects in a fast paced and complex environment with short deadlines
Must be proactive, results oriented, and possess high ethical standards
Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the toy, entertainment, consumer products industries a plus
BS/BA required (Finance, Accounting, Economics preferred); MBA preferred
3+ years’ experience with an MBA (or equivalent advanced degree) or 5+ years’ experience in a related role
Excel proficiency (modeling and forecasting) required; PowerPoint or other graphics presentation capability preferred
About Mattel 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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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