Assistant Controller

What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML’s expertise lights the path to innovation, safety and styling.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides financial leadership and plays an integral role in establishing the financial direction, coordinates, consolidates, and analyzes financial plans and projections necessary for the success of the Company. Prepares complex financial analyses for various business opportunities, assesses associated risks, and makes recommendations. Evaluates financial/operational results and controls and provides management with information for effective planning and audit of the organization. Manages and drives improvement in the financial systems including sales forecasting, planning, product cost estimating, operations controlling and manages the purchasing department.

• Establishing the strategic direction for the business.
• Establishing and reporting key financial measures to help guide decision-making.
• Developing cost and pricing strategies for various products and markets.
• Conducting financial analyses in support of strategic initiatives.
• Generating complex financial analyses for various product business opportunities including ventures, new plant start-ups or consolidations, and new product offerings; assessing risk associated with analyses and making recommendations.
• Assessing financial/operations results and controls in terms of costs, budgets, trends; making recommendations for increased profit opportunities, more efficient asset utilization, etc. and providing management with relevant information for effective planning.
• Recommending financial opportunities and identifying potential risks.
• Administering and evaluating the business's financial systems and controls and recommending and implementing improvements as necessary. Key systems include Activity Based Management, Financial Evaluation System, planning and reporting processes, etc.
• Directing and having overall supervisory responsibility for the Accounting/Finance Department.
• Assisting in developing pricing and providing cost estimates for all customer product quotations, ensuring that product financial evaluations meet established company financial mandates.
• Providing technical advice and services to operating and departmental managers, interpreting accounting reports and statements, and investigating action where financial conditions warrant.
• Serving as Sarbanes Oxley Champion.
• Performing other duties as necessary in support of business objectives and ensuring that facilities are in full compliance with all safety regulations.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the fundamental doctrines, theories, principles, and terminology of accounting and finance.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills with the ability to clearly communicate a vision, educate individuals and teams, and influence decisions.
• Ability to respect and maintain the confidential nature of the data processed.
• Working knowledge of financial and non-financial measurement systems, lean manufacturing practices and cost management systems strongly preferred.
• Ability to establish goals and guide strategic and operational planning in the finance organization.
• Demonstrated high degree of analytical and evaluation skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting plus four years experience with at least three years in a supervisory capacity; or equivalent.
• Completion of the CMA, CPA, or MBA program.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing company, including working knowledge of operations controlling systems, cost estimating systems, financial measurement and evaluation techniques and product pricing/market strategies.
• Experience in departmental administration and supervision of other employees.

Regular / Permanent

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting – Group 1