Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Mattel is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant in East Aurora, NY at their Fisher-Price office. As a member of the Indirect US tax team, this role will be engaged in supporting various activities related to the filing of Sales/Use tax, unclaimed property filings and assisting in additional non-income tax related filing for US based companies handled within the U.S. Shared Services Center. The Administrative Assistant position reports directly into the Manager MGSS, Tax.

The Opportunity:

Mattel is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant in East Aurora, NY at their Fisher-Price office. As a member of the Indirect US tax team, this role will be engaged in supporting various activities related to the filing of Sales/Use tax, unclaimed property filings and assisting in additional non-income tax related filing for US based companies handled within the U.S. Shared Services Center. The Administrative Assistant position reports directly into the Manager MGSS, Tax.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Keep track of Due Date Listing to make sure all monthly, quarterly and annual submissions are on track, process payments and prepare mailings.
• Update state website information, submit electronic returns and corresponding payments, save filing backups and any state-related communications in relevant folders.
• Assist in gathering information and back-up for non-income related sales and use tax audits.
• Assist with various miscellaneous non-income related tax filings including but not limited to annual reports, business licenses, and unclaimed property reporting.
• Research requests for exempt documentation from Business Units and suppliers for validity.
• Provide high quality and efficient service to Mattel's internal and external customers

What We're Looking For:

• Ability to prioritize tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with people at all levels in open office setting.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• 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.

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.

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.

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.