Company Description 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.
Job Description The Opportunity:
The position is for someone who is flexible, a great multi tasker and is able to work with all levels of Production, Management, Finance and Accounting. We are looking for an individual who will support our production teams with their project spends. We are in a fast paced environment and work with some amazing creative talent.
The ideal candidate is versatile, highly-detailed and has the ability to be proactive about keeping everyone in the loop and up-to-date on the status of all tasks. Must be organized, process-oriented, and able to communicate effectively.
What Your Impact Will Be: Work closely with all levels of management, production and various finance teamsReview detailed reporting for accuracy of reclassesTrack budget versus actualsProcess all documentation for vendor screeningProcess invoicing for all vendors, including setting up purchase orders if necessaryAllocate invoices to all jobsAllocate temp spend to all jobsReconcile Clients & Profits (where production spend is housed) against GLProcess month end closesProcess intercompany chargeback's monthlyRequest Clients & Profits for new usersSet up /Train new users in Clients & ProfitsRun ad hoc reports for Finance, Producers, Teams & Audit Qualifications What We're Looking For: Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.Word/Excel/OutlookProficient in maintaining effective financial internal controlsA minimum of 5 or more years of work experience in Finance and/or Accounting
The hourly range for this position is between $25.00 and $32.00.*
**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.
Additional Information
Don't meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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:
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. Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.
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.
Mattel is recognized for the second year in a row as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.
Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.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, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
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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