Production 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.

The Team:

The Production Finance team supports Mattel Television as it evolves into a dynamic entertainment-led business, leveraging its rich intellectual property to create compelling content driven stories.  By developing this IP into engaging narratives, we aim to partner with various entertainment streamers and networks to ensure our stories resonate with a global audience.  This strategic shift not only enhances our brand presence but also allows us to connect with viewers across diverse platforms, creating a unified experience that celebrates the power of storytelling.  

The Opportunity: 

Mattel is currently seeking a Production Accountant in El Segundo, CA. This role will provide support to the Live Action, Animation Development and Films teams and will be responsible for managing the financial records for those areas. This person will be crucial in the tracking of all related development costs and will have a strong background in accounting principles and knowledge of Union-related payroll. This person will also support the Director, Production Finance in all monthly and quarterly reporting activities.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

•    Manage the monthly cost reporting process for Live Action and Animated development projects, ensuring accurate reporting of actual costs and forecasting of projected spending.
•    Lead the bi-weekly Film slate review with Finance to ensure financial records are up to date and all known Union & non-Union payroll requirements are understood and accounted for.
•    Prepare and review the Mattel TV Studios monthly overhead report to ensure accuracy of reporting and classification of production spending.
•    Prepare and review the monthly reconciliations for the Live Action, Development and Films teams.
•    Prepare and review the quarterly Mattel TV Studios consolidated cashflow forecast for ongoing productions, as well as the Development and Films portfolios.
•    Prepare and review the monthly intercompany transactions for submission to Finance, relying on knowledge of the organizational structure and budgetary responsibilities of our internal stakeholders and partners.
•    Act as the primary contact for day-to-day relations with our payroll vendors for Live Action and Film WGA contracts ensuring adherence to Union timelines and reporting requirements.
 

What We’re Looking For:

•    Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
•    5+ years relevant experience in a finance, accounting, auditing or royalty environment  
•    Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Project) 
•    Experience in Entertainment Production Accounting
•    Experience with Non-Union and Union payroll (IATSE, SAG, WGA and DGA)
•    Proficiency in a variety of production accounting software tools, including but not limited to PSL, CAPS, SmartAccounting and Movie Magic Budgeting. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. 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.

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 Affirmative Action/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.

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