Financial Analyst in Slough

The Opportunity

Purpose of Position:

Support in Quarterly and Yearly forecasting process for Logistics cost budget.

Execute monthly closing activities (Reporting to different stakeholders - regional and global).

Provide financial analysis of key issues and variances on Logistics P&L lines.

Participate in creation of business cases related to Operational projects, and 3PL network.

Track performance through financial reports and KPIs

Follow up Logistics cost saving initiatives, and leverage logistics metrics.

Identifies risks, evaluates the impact and propose changes.

Key Results Areas:

Accurate and timely completion of all internal reporting of relevant areas for regional and global requirements.

Timely completion of forecasting assigned activities.

Support in automating processes within the role.

What Your Impact Will Be:

Provide visibility of logistics spend for EMEA region, influence and support key strategies to enable decision making and optimize logistics efficiencies while working on a cross-functional team. Acting as a key advisor in relation to identified financial risks and opportunities.

Key Relationships:

     Regional & Global Finance

     Logistics and Planning EMEA team

What We’re Looking For:

Technical:

• Advance proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Accounting knowledge and understanding of P&L.
• Ability to manipulate complex, raw data to provide analytics and insights
• Preferred Experience using Oracle for downloading Balance sheet information , and experience with HPT tool.
• Strong communication skills (know how to communicate data- both written and verbal)

Behavioural:

• Highly motivated and self-starter
• Willingness to have an active role in decision making.
• Ability to manage a wide range of internal stakeholders
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently. planning timelines to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across functions
• Candidate should be eager to continuously learn and attentive to details

Professional qualifications:

• Finance/business degree and experience in operational and finance partnering roles.

What It’s Like to Work Here

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation 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 company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries 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 children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

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Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.