Accountant

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 Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant with 6+ years of hands-on experience in accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and taxation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting audits and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & P2P Excellence

• End-to-End P2P Oversight: Demonstrate deep knowledge of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle; provide hands-on guidance at a transactional level within Oracle Cloud to help service providers improve operational efficiency.
• Shared Service Coordination: Act as the primary point of coordination with the Global Shared Service (MGSS) center for AP, Treasury, and other month-end closing processes on interim basis.
• Core Accounting: Manage end-to-end processes including General Ledger (GL),  Accounts Receivable (AR), and interim bank reconciliations.
• Fixed Asset Management: Maintain the Fixed Asset Register (FAR) and manage depreciation schedules on an interim basis.

2. Month-End Closure & Reporting

• Reporting Cycle: Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
• Close Activities: Execute all accounting close deliverables, including complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analytics.
• MIS & Analysis: Prepare comprehensive MIS reports and financial analysis to provide actionable insights for management review for GTO and other services.
• Timeline Management: Ensure the strictly disciplined and timely closure of books and financial reporting.

3. Statutory Compliance & Audit

• Taxation: Handle the end-to-end execution of statutory requirements, including GST, TDS, and Income Tax filings and reconciliations.
• Audit Coordination: Serve as the lead coordinator for internal and external auditors, ensuring all schedules are provided on time and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Account Integrity: Perform regular account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring a "clean" trial balance.

4. Treasury & Budgeting Support

• Cash Flow Management: Monitor daily cash flow positions and support treasury-related activities.
• Budgeting: Support the annual budgeting process and provide inputs for periodic forecasting activities.
• Internal Controls: Ensure all financial activities strictly adhere to company policies and global accounting standards.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Technical Mastery: Advanced knowledge of Oracle Cloud and MS Excel (for financial modeling and analysis).
• Process Improvement: Ability to identify bottlenecks in the P2P cycle and guide service providers toward automation and efficiency.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong communication skills to liaise effectively between MGSS, local teams, and external auditors.
• Analytical Mindset: High level of accuracy in performing account analytics and resolving complex reconciliation issues.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, advanced formulas)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / Tally or similar)
• Knowledge of GST filings, TDS returns, and compliance frameworks
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA): 3+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Non-CA (MBA/M.Com): 6+ years of extensive experience in financial preparations.
• ERP Expertise:Mandatory hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud at a transactional level.
• Technical Background: Proven experience in AP, GL, payroll accounting, and P2P processes.
• Shared Services: Prior experience working with or within a Shared Service Center environment is highly preferred.

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.

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.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

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.

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