Assistant Controller

Posted 6 Hours Ago
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Detroit, MI
Hybrid
Senior level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
Dream big. With Us. Let's create the future of mobility, together.
The Role
The Assistant Controller will oversee daily accounting functions, assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts, and ensure compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include managing staff accountants, preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, and monitoring expenditures related to tooling and assets.
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About us
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.
Forward. For all.
Group Summary
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.
About the Role
The Assistant Controller is responsible for handling the day-to-day general accounting functions as well as assisting in the preparation of the annual budget, interim forecasts, CMF, & corporate reporting. Assists Controller in compliance with internal & governmental regulations as well as corporate financial goals & divisional policies/processes.
Your Responsibilities

  1. Assist in the annual Business Plan & periodic forecasts throughout the year.
    Assist with internal monthly and year-end financial statements and analysis.
    Manage Staff Accountants & provides guidance on any issues to ensure day-to-day issues are resolved.
    Assist in managing & reconciling all capital expenditures Prepares annual tax reports (City/State/Federal). Prepares/reviews journal entries and coordinates month-end close process.
    Assist in preparation of all account reconciliations & ensure accurate accruals are being held. Assist with all corporate monthly & quarterly schedules as required.
    Monitors tooling & prototype program expenditures & prepares all related tooling schedules. Assist in Fixed Asset accounting, including depreciation, asset additions & disposals. Assist controller in regulations, financial policies and procedures. Commitment to quality of product and a safe and healthful work environment. Additional duties as assigned or required by Controller


Who we are looking for
Your preferred qualifications

  1. Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
  2. SAP experience strongly encouraged.
  3. Familiar with AS400/CMS system & OneStream. Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Manufacturing environment.
  4. Full understanding of the GL & financial statement impact. Ability to work with others in a team environment


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.
Site Benefits
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, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Nearest Major Market: Detroit

Top Skills

As400
Onestream
SAP

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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1957

What We Do

We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries.

We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.

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