Financial Analyst - Advertising

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 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 NAD Advertising Finance team is a part of Global Commercial Finance Capabilities (GCFC) and is responsible for tracking and planning NAD advertising and leading global advertising analysis and projects. We work with Marketing partners across all of Mattel’s Brands and Markets to ensure proper planning and tracking of advertising expense across the company. The team works on projects which have a direct impact on business decisions at the company. 

Job Description

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The Opportunity: 

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join the NAD Advertising Finance & GCFC team in El Segundo, CA. You will play an important role in tracking the advertising spend while closely collaborating with global marketing and finance teams. Your role includes supporting the systems that we use to plan and track advertising expenses as well as day-to-day management of advertising budgets. This position reports to the Manager, A&P Commercial Finance & GCFC.    

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• NAD:
  • Finance business partner: Business partnership to US Marketing & Media in relation to A&P budget and spend tracking
  • Assist in the coordination and management of monthly/quarterly close process for advertising 
  • Support the preparation and submission of NAD AOP (Annual Operating Plan) and Forecasts throughout the year

• GCFC:
  • Perform ad-hoc global projects and analysis that arise throughout the year
  • Support the Global Advertising Planning system (Anaplan Platform). Coordinate with global stakeholders across the Finance/Marketing organizations to support the budget tracking process and keep the Anaplan platform updated
  • Act as key contact for a variety of global questions and problem resolution

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent 
• 3+ years relevant experience in a finance, accounting, auditing, or other analytical field
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Anaplan, Hyperion, Oracle systems a plus
• Ability to work with large amounts of data and to stay organized with mail communications
• Understanding of financial and accounting concepts
• Clear and transparent communication skills
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.

The annual base salary range for this position is between $88,000 and $110,000
**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.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations 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 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 more than 195 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.

Mattel is recognized 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.

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