Manager Accounts Payable

Company Description

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.

Job Description

The Opportunity: 

The Opportunity:  

We are looking for a full-time Manager, Accounts Payable, to support Mattel’s Global Accounts Payable function in our North and South American entities. This position will be responsible for working with internal stakeholders, our BPO and external suppliers to ensure timely and accurate record keeping of all Accounts Payable transactions. Our mission is to deliver a world class service while continuously optimizing operational efficiencies and global standardization. This position will report to a Sr. Manager in Global Shared Services and will be based in our East Aurora office. 

What Your Impact Will Be:  

• Own end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, controls, service delivery, and performance outcomes for the Americas region, including supplier onboarding, oversight of the full invoice life cycle, month-end close procedures, and monthly liability account reconciliations for approximately 10 legal entities for both 3rd party and Intercompany payables 

• Lead, coach, develop, and performance manage the Americas AP team, including workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development 

• Serve as business owner for Americas AP BPO (Genpact) service delivery, including SLA performance and KPI achievement 

• Accountable for AP-related balance sheet integrity, payment execution, cash forecasting accuracy, working capital impacts, and audit readiness 

• Lead frequent governance/stakeholder calls and provide training as necessary 

• Establish, monitor, and drive accountability for AP operational KPIs, service delivery metrics, and continuous improvement targets 

• Disburse payments, manage bank rejections/returns 

• Meet Service Level Agreements with our business partners 

• Comply with all Mattel’s Financial Policies, SOX and Audit Certification tasks 

• Partner with Treasury, Procurement, Controllership, Tax, Internal Audit, other Regional Payables Managers, and Finance leadership to drive enterprise-wide process improvements 

• Establish process standards, and make governance decisions impacting AP Americas service delivery 

• Lead strategic AP transformation initiatives, including automation, ERP optimization, AI-enabled solutions, and process redesign  

• Develop and maintain professional relationships while providing high quality, efficient and courteous service 

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance 

• 7+ years related experience in accounting, finance or a related field 

• Full knowledge of accounting principals, preparing detailed account reconciliations and balance sheet/income statement impacts 

• Strong knowledge of software including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams 

• Experience with large, global ERP/Financial systems-Oracle Fusion Experience preferred 

• Manage a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail 

• Ability to research independently to drill down and find account discrepancies, identify problems, suggest viable solutions and make decisions within scope of responsibility 

• Excellent written, verbal & interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with people at all levels 

• Work in and support a team environment, keeping with Mattel’s One-Team values 

• Ability to recognize opportunities to streamline and standardize global processes 

• Must be well organized, flexible and able to shift priorities to meet deadlines 

• Ability to work extended hours during critical periods (month-end close, project go-lives, etc.). Ability to participate in global meetings that may be outside of US regular working hours. 

• Ability to travel on occasion. 

• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves. 

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay 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. 

Additional Information

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. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here!

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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