Sr Tax Analyst

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:

Mattel Finance hires leaders.  Every one of our finance professionals works in a global finance organization interacting with senior leadership and with the accountability and responsibility to grow a career. We are a strong and nimble finance department focused on driving business results in the most cost-effective manner.  We pride ourselves on consistent processes, fast decisions and increased accountability.

The Opportunity: 

Mattel is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Tax Analyst to join our Income Tax Operations Team. This critical role focuses primarily on U.S. federal and state tax compliance and provision processes. Additionally, you will participate in the global consolidated income tax provision reporting, including foreign tax provision activities. We're looking for a proactive team player who excels in a dynamic environment and actively contributes to the continuous improvement of our tax processes.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Tax Compliance
  • Prepare detailed book-to-tax adjustments for U.S. federal consolidated income tax returns.
  • Prepare state apportionment schedules and modifications necessary for accurate state corporate income tax filings.
  • Complete and review U.S. federal consolidated and state corporate income tax returns.
  • Prepare U.S. tax compliance for international companies including workpaper for CFC’s and disregarded entities (Forms 5471 and 8858).
  • Calculate and manage quarterly federal and state estimated tax payments.
  • Utilize advanced tax technology solutions and internal reporting tools to gather, analyze, and interpret complex tax data, identifying opportunities to streamline and enhance existing processes.
• Tax Provision
  • Assist in the preparation of global quarterly and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740, including creating thorough supporting workpapers and documentation.
  • Calculate and analyze current and deferred tax liabilities and manage federal and state FIN 48 tax positions.
  • Review and analyze foreign income tax provisions prepared by local country finance teams to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP (ASC 740) and internal reporting requirements.

• Other Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and support U.S. federal and state tax audits, preparing relevant documentation and responding timely and accurately to information requests.
  • Conduct research and prepare responses to various tax notices from U.S. jurisdictions.
  • Leverage software applications such as Corptax Compliance, OneSource Tax Provision, Alteryx, and AI technologies to enhance productivity and streamline deliverables.
  • Assist in developing, documenting, and maintaining the company’s tax-related policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and analyze changes in tax legislation and accounting standards, proactively assessing and communicating their potential impacts on Mattel's tax reporting and provision computations.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in accounting or finance. Master’s degree in business taxation or accounting and/or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years (with a Master’s) or 5 years (with a Bachelor’s) of relevant tax compliance and provision experience, ideally within a large multinational corporation or public accounting firm.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Proficient with MS Office applications, particularly MS Excel
• Oracle and/or HFM experience a plus
• Must have strong work ethic and willingness to roll up one’s sleeves to manage competing priorities and accelerated deadlines.
• Ability to effectively communicate with varying stakeholders and business units.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Aptitude to adapt to organizational changes.
• Must have a demonstrated hands-on approach and success in working in a team-based environment. 

The annual base salary range for this position is between $121,600 and $145,000
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

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.

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 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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