EPM Developer

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.

Role Summary 

We are looking for an EPM Developer (3–5 years experience) to design, develop, and support Enterprise Performance Management solutions using platforms such as Oracle Corporation EPM Cloud . 

The role involves working on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, consolidation, and reporting solutions, ensuring accurate and efficient financial data management for enterprise stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities 

EPM Application Development 

• Design, build, and maintain EPM applications for: 

• Planning & Budgeting 

• Financial Consolidation 

• Forecasting models 

• Management reporting 

• Develop business rules, calculations, forms, dashboards, and reports. 

• Configure metadata, hierarchies, dimensions, and data models. 

Data Integration & Management 

• Support data integration between EPM and source systems (ERP, Data Warehouses). 

• Work with data loads, mappings, validations, and reconciliations. 

• Assist in building and maintaining ETL/data pipelines using integration tools. 

Scripting & Automation 

• Develop business logic using calculation scripts (e.g., Groovy / Calculation Manager / Essbase scripts). 

• Automate financial processes such as allocations, consolidations, and currency translations. 

• Optimize performance of EPM applications and data processing jobs. 

Reporting & Analytics 

• Build and support financial reports, dashboards, and ad-hoc analysis. 

• Work with tools like Smart View, Financial Reporting Studio, or equivalent reporting tools. 

• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial reporting outputs. 

Production Support 

• Provide L2/L3 support for EPM applications. 

• Troubleshoot application, data, and performance issues. 

• Support monthly/quarterly financial close cycles. 

• Assist in system upgrades, patches, and environment migrations. 

Business Collaboration 

• Work closely with Finance, FP&A, and Accounting teams. 

• Translate business requirements into technical EPM solutions. 

• Participate in requirement gathering, solution design, and UAT support. 

Testing & Deployment 

• Support system testing, integration testing, and UAT cycles. 

• Participate in deployment activities across environments (DEV, TEST, PROD). 

• Ensure proper documentation of changes and release notes. 

Required Skills & Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Finance, Accounting, or related field. 

• 3–5 years of experience in EPM tools or financial systems. 

• Hands-on experience with: 

• Oracle EPM Cloud / Hyperion Planning / Essbase 

• Data integration and financial modeling 

• Business rule development and scripting 

• Strong understanding of financial processes (FP&A, budgeting, forecasting). 

• Experience with data loads, metadata management, and reconciliations. 

Preferred Skills 

• Experience with Oracle EPM Cloud implementations. 

• Knowledge of Essbase, Planning, FCCS, or ARCS modules. 

• Exposure to SQL, ETL tools, or data warehousing concepts. 

• Experience with Smart View or BI reporting tools. 

• Familiarity with Agile delivery methodology. 

Soft Skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Good understanding of financial processes 

• Strong communication with finance and technical teams 

• Ability to work under tight financial close deadlines 

• Attention to detail and accuracy 

Job Location : Hyderabad  

Work Mode : 4 days from office 

Timings :  Flexible to work in shifts (depending on the role)

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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