Finance Coordinator (Temp)

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, entertain 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:
In our office in Amstelveen, The Netherlands, we are currently looking for someone to join our Banking department as Finance Coordinator. 

The role requires:

• The ability to lead and empower team members effectively
• To perform root cause analysis and assist in the participation of strategies to ensure activities are performed timely and accurately the first time.
• Being able to pivot easily to address business critical needs
• To be part of a team that launches new technologies that will automate and standardize our global processes, helping us meet our corporate objectives
• Identify other key areas of improvement within the organization to drive additional efficiencies
• Review and updates to our existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and appropriate training/knowledge transfer of all staff members as required

Purpose of Position & Primary Responsibilities:

• A customer facing role working as part of a global team, ensure an on-going emphasis on client service and satisfaction
  • Daily contact with the Offshore Team to support the processes performed by the MGSS
  • Regular contact with our internal customers to resolve issues relating to Banking            
  • Regular contact with our Bank providers to ensure the smooth running of the processes
• Oversight and Support of Month End Processes; Reconciling Bank Balances to General Ledgers, validating that month end accounted cash positions are reflected accurately with full explanation on any reconciling differences
  • Resolve escalated unaccounted items by follow up, investigation, escalation etc.
  • Clear unreconciled items based on information provided
  • Process paper bank statements as needed
• Monitoring and / or Processing of payments directly in the Treasury Management System & ERP system based on underlying request within agreed timelines
• Working with our Corporate Banking Partners in the regions for resolution of any queries that are raised. (Payment Resolution, Remittance Confirmation etc.)
• Regional Cash Management
  • Support the preparation of Regional Cash Balances; with appropriate actions being taken based upon the Regional Lead’s direction
  • Preparation of Regional Bank Charge Analysis; submitting Regional Charge Analysis to the Regional Lead.
  • Preparation and / or review of Intercompany Loan Positions
• Provide any required support to the Global / Regional Banking Tower Lead as required

What We’re Looking For: 

• Fluency in English (written & spoken) and one other European language is a plus
• Microsoft Office Skills, Excel etc.
• Knowledge, insight, and interest in financial administrative & accounting processes
• Experience in working with Oracle is a plus
• Experience in working in a Shared Services organization with an offshore BPO partner is a plus
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people and skill sets across multiple time zones
• Influencing skills & flexibility
• Strong problem-solving skills, and confident to recommend innovative solutions
• Strong organizational skills & ability to prioritize
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Possesses excellent demonstrated customer interaction, collaboration, negotiation and written and verbal communication skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in finance and/or Accounting, or a minimum 2 to 3 years’ equivalent work experience

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.

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 more than 195 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.

Mattel is recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

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 including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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