Finance Manager

2 days ago

Slough, Slough, United Kingdom Mattel Full time

About the Role

Mattel is seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to join our team. As a key member of our finance organization, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the external audit of multiple Licensing entities within the Mattel Inc group.

Main Responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate the external audit of multiple Licensing entities within the Mattel Inc group
  • Review and approve monthly balance sheet reconciliations
  • Various period-end close responsibilities
  • Lead the representation of the Franchise finance team as part of a significant project to simplify the current entity structure
  • Manage and develop a team of 1 direct report while coordinating audit activities across the larger organization

About the Team

Our finance team is a strong and nimble department focused on driving business results in the most cost-effective manner. We pride ourselves on consistent processes, fast decisions, and increased accountability.

About the Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fun team of experienced and talented individuals within a fast-paced, high-performing, global organization. The role itself will include exposure to senior management across EMEA and North America, and is a great next step for anyone looking to progress their career in finance and develop their management skills.

What Your Impact Will Be

  • Managing and coordinating the external audits will include, but is not limited to, conducting planning discussions and executing initial deliverables; holding weekly meetings with the external auditors to ensure alignment with the agreed timetable and to address any issues; coordinating audit requests within the Franchise Finance team across multiple office locations; review of individual statutory financial statements under UK GAAP; ensuring the timely completion and filing of signed financial statements.
  • Lead the representation of the Franchise finance team as part of a significant project to simplify the current entity structure, including understanding and interpreting a complex structure which includes multiple intercompany complexities requires coordination and change across cross-functional teams (i.e. Franchise finance, Tax, Legal, Business).
  • Monthly balance sheet reconciliation review and approval across multiple entities and currencies, including royalty creditors, accruals, and intercompany debtor/creditor balances.
  • Period-end close responsibilities will include the review and approval of journals in Oracle, P&L and Balance Sheet reviews, as well as variance analysis in areas such as revenue, royalty costs, and aged AR.
  • Managing direct report to ensure their career progression, and contribution to the Company's overall goals.
  • Indirectly manage other individuals within the Franchise Finance team, in turn ensuring sufficient representation of this group within the Mattel UK office.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • ACA/ACCA qualified, with at least 3-4 years PQE
  • Experience of working with external/internal auditors
  • High level of attention to detail and ability to manage complex data
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Desirable:

  • Experience of working with complex, multi-entity structures
  • Knowledge of UK GAAP and prior exposure to completing/reviewing statutory financial statements
  • Previous user of Oracle Gold or Oracle Cloud financial system
  • Able to effectively interpret and communicate financial information
  • Strong management of relationships with various stakeholders across an organization
  • Detail-oriented and thorough
  • Passionate about making an impact to Mattel's journey and drive to grow our IP-driven toy business and expand our entertainment offering

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