Posting Title Financial Analyst, Global Brand Team Finance

Requisition Number 211865
Company Mattel Sales Corp.
Location El Segundo, California

Address 333 Continental Blvd
Zip Code 90245
Job Category Finance

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, entertain 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 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:

• Provide financial direction to brand teams that allow us to achieve brand profitability targets


• Represent the finance point-of-view at cross functional meetings with design, marketing, sales, and other functions as we develop the toy line for future years


• Develop annual operating plans, budgets, and communicate business performance against plan and prior years


• Support any other ad-hoc financial and strategic analysis related to key business unit initiatives

What We're Looking For:

• BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or Economics


• Excel proficiency (modeling and forecasting); PowerPoint or other graphics presentation capability preferred


• Excellent ability to perform analytics on business and provide insights


• Strong communication skills - verbal and written; energetic attitude with an ability to influence and negotiate with key stakeholders


• Problem-solving skills and a self-starting attitude; proactive with a results-oriented mindset


• Understanding of support systems used by Brand Finance team (Tableau, Anaplan, COGNOS) a plus


• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the toy, entertainment, or consumer products industries a plus


• 2+ years of experience in a related role a plus

What It's Like to Work Here:

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

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  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.


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  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.


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  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 company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children's and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries 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 children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Visit us athttps://jobs.mattel.com/andwww.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.