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, 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 Financial Analyst for UK Commercial finance plays a fundamental role for the UK market supporting the Brand, Digital and Retail marketing teams with budget and forecasting, cost and pricing optimization, business partnering, strategic support and ad-hoc analysis to support decisions and ensure operational execution.

This position is part of UK Commercial finance team, and reports directly into the UK Sr. Finance manager.

The Opportunity
Purpose of Position

Support in Quarterly and Yearly forecasting process for Advertising and Promotion and Boxes budget. Execute monthly closing activities (Reporting to different stakeholders). Provide financial analysis on Advertising and Promotion and Product Cost P&L lines vs forecast and vs PY. Assist in Mattel UK statutory audit for A&P and Boxes, and support with UK benefits claims process. Support the local marketing team on operational activities and budget tracking.

Key Results Areas:

• Accurate and timely completion of month end process, and forecasting activities
• Tracks performance through financial reports and KPIs
• Identifies risks, evaluates the impact and proposes changes.

What Your Impact Will Be
Working closely with commercial teams to provide actionable insights and drive performance. Leverage financial data to inform strategic decision-making, optimize pricing, cost management, and support the development of brand strategies that align with financial goals.

Key Relationships:

• Regional & Local Finance Commercial teams
• Local Brand, Digital and Retail marketing teams.
• Local Sales team
• Collections/AR and AP teams

What We're Looking For
Technical:

• Advance proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Accounting knowledge and understanding of P&L.
• Ability to manipulate complex, raw data to provide analytics and insights
• Preferred Experience using Oracle for downloading Balance sheet information, work with Oracle AP, GL, modules.
• Strong communication skills (know how to communicate data- both written and verbal)

Behavioural:

• Highly motivated and self-starter
• Willingness to have an active role in decision making.
• Ability to manage a wide range of internal stakeholders
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently. planning timelines to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across functions
• Candidate should be eager to continuously learn and attentive to details

Professional Qualifications

• Finance/business degree and experience in operational and finance partnering 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.

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.

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