Regional Finance Analyst

Company Description

About Us

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.

At Mattel we are at our best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard. We are committed to facilitating a diverse and inclusive workplace that values and shares an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives. We also aim to create a family-friendly workplace that makes it possible for our team to more easily balance family life and their work at Mattel. This culture has been recognised by our team and Mattel ANZ have been certified as a Great Place to Work company!

Job Description

As a Regional Finance Analyst, you will be responsible for: 

• This role is responsible for Mattel Asia Pacific markets Financial monthly closing, forecasting, budgeting and analysis, as well as supporting to ensure internal reporting requirements are met
• To aid management reports preparation and business review presentations, along with commentary on variance analysis
• To provide decision support and finance intelligence that drive business with high quality and timely financial reports
• Business partnering with different stakeholders in markets on forecasting/ budgeting preparation and submission
• Prepare summary level reports on performance to executive leaders in APAC and US Headquarter
• Enhance, develop and optimize process for improvements   
• Be a team player supporting the FP&A team with management reporting and financial planning process, along with other ad-hoc analysis

Qualifications

Experience, knowledge and skills we think the right candidate will hold:

• Finance Degree or a professional Accounting qualification is a plus
• 3-5 years’ experience in a commercial / line finance function. Preferably with work experiences in an FMCG environment.
• Strong analytical skills, a logical thinker who can solve problems in a practical manner whilst utilising their commercial acumen. In addition, someone who has the ability to perform under pressure whist adhering to strict deadlines. Systems literacy would be seen as a prerequisite of the role (Anaplan, HFM, HPT).
• A persuasive, diplomatic and personable manner is required. The ability to communicate clearly and effectively to other Mattel employees both Finance and Non-Finance.

Additional Information

Does this sound like you? Are you excited in the opportunity to work with iconic brands and drive commercial success? If so apply now!