Financial Associate - Accounts Payable at MATTEL PTY LIMITED

East Aurora, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

35.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Payable, Record Keeping, Invoice Life Cycle, Month End Close, Cash Forecast Reconciliation, Payment Disbursement, Bank Rejections Management, Corporate Credit Card Program, GL Accounting Entries, BPO Support, Governance Documentation, Service Level Agreements, Financial Policies Compliance, SOX Compliance, Stakeholder Communication, Process Standardization

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

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. Job Description The Opportunity: We are looking for a full-time Accounts Payable Financial Associate role to support Mattel’s Global Accounts Payable functions in our North and South America entities. This position will be responsible for working with internal stakeholders, our BPO and external suppliers to ensure timely and accurate record keeping of all Accounts Payable transactions. Our mission is to deliver a world class service while continuously optimizing operational efficiencies and global standardization. This position will report to the Associate Manager in Global Shared Services and will be based in our East Aurora office. This is currently a hybrid position (4 days in office, 1 remote) and standard work hours are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST. What Your Impact Will Be: Liaison with Global Procurement for the onboarding and maintenance of suppliers Governance of the full invoice life cycle and month end close activities Reconcile weekly cash forecast for Corporate Treasury based on projected disbursements Disburse payments, manage bank rejections/returns across multiple regions and bank platforms Support Mattel’s Corporate Credit Card Program, including card administration, end-user support, reconciliation of monthly balances and clearing of aged transactions Ensure all GL accounting entries are posted to avoid month end discrepancies to liability, expense and bank accounts Support daily operations with the BPO (Genpact) and ensure transaction queues are maintained timely and accurately Maintain governance, including proper documentation on the ‘why’ and the ‘how’ of all activities, ensuring there are no knowledge or service gaps in any process that may result in negative service levels to the business or financial misstatements Participate and lead frequent governance/stakeholder calls and provide training as necessary Meet Service Level Agreements with our business partners Comply with all Mattel’s Financial Policies, SOX and Audit Certification tasks Liaison with other Payables staff to ensure global payables standardization and efficiencies across the organization. Develop and maintain professional relationships while providing high quality, efficient and courteous service Oversee the escalations for both the business stakeholders and our suppliers to ensure timely and satisfactory resolutions Participate in various MGSS projects to meet corporate objectives, including Next Gen Finance that will drive improvements in our Payables systems and across other workstreams Qualifications What We’re Looking For: Full knowledge of accounting principals and invoice life cycles Strong knowledge of PC’s and software including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams Oracle Experience (On-Prem) and Cloud is preferred Manage a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail Ability to research independently to drill down and find account discrepancies, identify problems, suggest viable solutions and make decisions within scope of responsibility Excellent written, verbal & interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with people at all levels Work in and support a team environment, keeping with Mattel’s One-Team values Ability to recognize opportunities to streamline and standardize global processes Must be well organized, flexible and able to shift priorities to meet deadlines Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting 5+ years related experience in accounting, finance or a related field Exemplary attendance and job performance Overtime is mandatory, particularly at month end periods Travel may be necessary, but would not be frequent *The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential. Additional Information Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here! 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 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 generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more. Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers. Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 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. Videos to watch: The Culture at Mattel Corporate Philanthropy Location: New York - East Aurora Company: Fisher-Price, Inc. Compensation: USD30.00 - USD35.00 - hourly

Responsibilities

This role supports Global Accounts Payable functions by ensuring timely and accurate record keeping of all Accounts Payable transactions through collaboration with internal stakeholders, the BPO, and external suppliers. Key duties include managing the full invoice life cycle, reconciling cash forecasts, disbursing payments, and supporting the Corporate Credit Card Program.