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 Associate Financial Analyst LATAM will support the financial management of Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru and Export ensuring balanced responsibilities across all markets. Reporting to the Finance Manager LATAM, this role focuses on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and P&L variance analysis, with special emphasis on SG&A, A&P, and licensing contracts. The position serves as a strategic partner to the Commercial and Licensing teams, contributing to budget control, financial modeling, and regional reporting. RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare, analyze, and present revenue and expense forecasts for LATAM, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. Manage and monitor the A&P and SG&A budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual P&L variance analysis, identifying risks, opportunities, and actionable recommendations. Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, coordinating with local and regional teams. Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic and commercial decision-making. Monitor and track licensee contracts, ensuring financial compliance with established terms. Partner with the Commercial team to deliver financial reporting and analysis that drives business growth. Leverage Anaplan, HPT, EPBCS, Oracle, and advanced Excel for financial consolidation, modeling, and reporting. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Finance. 1 year in financial analysis, budgeting, or planning within consumer goods, retail, or similar industries. 1 year experience supporting commercial or regional financial operations is highly valued. Strong knowledge of P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, expense control, and variance analysis. Proficiency in advanced Excel and experience with Anaplan, HPT, EPBCS, and Oracle. Analytical mindset with the ability to generate actionable insights from financial data. Strong communication and collaboration skills with multicultural and cross-functional teams. Advanced English proficiency (required). Proactive, organized, and results-oriented in fast-paced environments. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr