Lead IT Auditor

The Opportunity:
What Your Impact Will Be:

· Lead & Perform testing of IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and automated controls in support of Mattel’s SOX compliance program.

· Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of key IT controls across systems, platforms, and business applications.

· Participate in IT walkthroughs and assist in the documentation of IT processes, risks, and control matrices.

· Assess controls related to user access management, change management, system implementation, interfaces, and job scheduling.

· Support initiatives related to continuous monitoring, automated control testing, and data analytics to improve testing efficiency and coverage.

· Identify and communicate control deficiencies and work collaboratively with IT and business partners on remediation plans.

· Assist with IT audit projects beyond SOX, including cybersecurity, data privacy, cloud computing, and IT governance reviews.

· Maintain awareness of emerging IT risks, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices in internal controls and auditing.

· Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to enhance testing quality, automation, and global audit coordination.

**Required Qualifications:**

• · Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting Information Systems, or a related field.

  · 10+ < 13 years of IT audit or IT risk management experience, preferably in a multinational environment.

  · Strong understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and SOX requirements.

  · Experience with continuous monitoring, automated controls, and/or data analytics in an audit or compliance setting.

  · Working knowledge of technology environments such as ERP systems (Oracle), cloud platforms, and identity access management systems.

  · Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

  · Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional and global teams across time zones.

  **Preferred Qualifications:**

  · Professional certification such as CISA, CIA, CPA, CA, or equivalent (completed or in progress).

  · Prior experience with a Big Four or large public accounting firm.

  · Experience using GRC or audit management tools (e.g., AuditBoard, Workiva, or similar).

  · Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and IT risk management practices.

  · Exposure to data analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or ACL/Arbutus.

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.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

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.

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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.

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