Sr Auditor- Licensing

There are over 2,000 employees working in El Segundo, and it is their creativity and talent that enables them to design, develop, and market our innovative toys. Much like our brands, our people also need development and growth opportunities. We believe that as our employees grow professionally, so will Mattel. Our comprehensive people development program addresses training, professional development, reward, and promotion. Fortune Magazine has named Mattel to its 2008 "100 Best Companies to Work for" Are you looking for an auditing job with the opportunity to make a significant business impact? If so, Mattel is seeking a Senior Licensing Auditor to join its team of professionals located at its Worldwide Headquarters in El Segundo, California. The purpose of this position is to plan and conduct audits of Mattel's Licensees. Licensing audits will ensure licensees comply with contractual agreements.This Senior Licensing Auditor opportunity allows you to work at Mattel's World Headquarters, the pulse of the organization. This provides great visibility to executive management as key decision makers are located at headquarters. Mattel practices a structured review process reflective of company/department and individual goals to be attained throughout the year. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:' Plan and conduct audits of various licensees of Mattel to ensure compliance with contracts. (Domestic and International)' Direct, supervise, and train Supporter assigned to the audit as well as review their work for sufficiency of scope and accuracy. ' Prepare and present audit reports to management and the Licensee. ' Assist in reaching audit settlements and collect outstanding audit findings. EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS REQUIRED:' BA/BS required (Accounting, Finance, Economics preferred).' Minimum 2 years of audit experience required or 2 years licensing audit experience. ' Experience leading audits required. ' Currently working in an audit capacity.' Previous experience working at a Fortune 500 company, Public Accounting firm, Consumer Goods, or Entertainment based companies preferred.' Advanced knowledge of Excel. Access and other database software experience preferred. ' Willingness and ability to travel, both domestically and internationally (40% travel). ' Additional language skills a plus.COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:' Must be team-oriented, pro-active and an independent thinker. ' Ability to manage multiple audits and other tasks simultaneously. ' Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, required. ' Ability to determine alternative audit procedures during an audit when requested information is not available.At Mattel, we have a vision to be The World's Premier Toy Brands - Today and Tomorrow. We will achieve this vision because our people are creative and energetic, thriving on innovation and passion for the business. Mattel is committed to supporting and developing employees and their career goals with a host of meaningful advantages and opportunities, including development through our global Leadership Development Center, tuition reimbursement, on-site childcare, and a fitness and recreation center. As the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, American Girl® and Fisher-Price®, Mattel is not only one of the best places to work, it's also a lot of fun. If you're as excited about the future as we are, consider this opportunity.Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/V/D Contact Information Company: Mattel, Inc. Reference Code: 081397