Magna Engineered Glass: 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.
Group Summary:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:
JOB SUMMARY:
The Assistant Controller plays a key role in financial reporting, cost analysis, and compliance within Magna Engineered Glass. This role will support the Controller in managing financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, and providing financial insights to drive cost efficiency and profitability.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and manage the month-end closing process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly scrap and efficiency reports, reconciling inventory for financial accuracy.
• Track and forecast weekly expenses, accounts payable, and accounts receivable to support financial planning.
• Assist in preparing financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annual) in compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.
• Support audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries from internal and external auditors.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and margins to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain and update standard costs, working closely with operations and finance teams.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to support business decisions.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and plant management to optimize financial performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior finance team members.
• Act as a key finance partner, supporting leadership with data-driven insights.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.
• Actively contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment, demonstrating flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs and priorities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's or CPA preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance/accounting in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Background in Tier 1 or Tier 2 automotive manufacturing preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and financial reporting
• Experience with ERP systems (QAD, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
• Ability to analyze financial data, interpret trends, and provide actionable insights at a plant and corporate level via Hyperion consolidation systems (One-Stream)
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Knowledge of safety standards and protocols in manufacturing environments.
• English proficiency required, with strong verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office Environment: 90%
• Plant Environment: 10%
• The employee must be able to tolerate sitting for extended periods of time.
• It requires (Near/Far/Depth/Color) vision in order to be able to tolerate the eye strain associated with working on a computer throughout the workday.
• Must be able to tolerate the use of a keyboard and mouse on average of 8 hours per workday.
• While working in the Plant environment, the employee will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes, and various levels of temperature created by the manufacturing process.
• This role operates primarily in an office in a manufacturing facility, hybrid environment. Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, corporate visits, or other specific purposes. Travel requirements for this position are estimated at 5% of time and may include both domestic and/or international destinations as needed.

KEY COMPETENCIES:
A competency is a specific behavior or attribute that enables someone to effectively perform tasks or fulfill responsibilities in a job role. Each competency represents a key area in which an individual must excel to succeed in a role, and Magna Engineered Glass uses competencies as benchmarks for assessing employee performance, guiding professional development, and aligning workforce capabilities with organizational goals.

• Financial and Business Acumen & Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret financial data, analyze cost variances, understand the business and provide insights to drive profitability and efficiency.
• Business Partnering & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Works effectively with operations, supply chain, and plant leadership to align financial strategies with business goals.
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Ensures precision in financial reporting, reconciliations, and compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.
• Process Improvement & Problem-Solving: Identifies inefficiencies, implements best practices, and enhances financial processes to improve reporting and cost control.

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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors