Global Group Controller

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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

 

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.

 

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.

About the Role

The Global Group Controller is responsible for the overseeing the financial operations of the Global Exteriors group including forecasting, budgeting, financial reporting, and consolidation.

Your Responsibilities

• Review and analyze the month end financial results.  This includes having a full understanding of the root causes of any variances and related corrective actions being taken. The results are summarized and reviewed in detail with the Exteriors executive management team
• Review and approve all weekly, quarterly, and yearly forecasts/budgets for the Group.   This includes having a full understanding of the root causes of any variances and related corrective actions being taken, consolidating regional reporting at the Group level, and reporting the forecasts/budgets into a consolidated Group presentation given to the Exteriors executive management team
• Review and approve the annual audit files
• Review, approve, and consolidate periodic Group performance reporting including monthly and quarterly reports
• Oversee the month end financial close process to ensure the accurate and complete consolidation of all results, including consolidation journal entries, and intercompany management
• Oversee and lead a team responsible for forecasting, budgeting,  reporting and consolidation
• Other analysis as required
   

Who we are looking for

 

Physical Demands/Work Environment – Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer, may require travel.

 

Key Behavioral Traits for Success – 

Business Acumen: Able to focus on delivering services in a way that enhances / maximizes profitability; ensure that team delivers service in a way that brings out the organization's value and competitive advantage; educate team on important developments within the organization; discuss relevant industry developments with team.
Entrepreneurial Drive for Results: The ability to find creative solutions and generate results in a dynamic market environment.  Need to have a strong sense of urgency and the ability to infuse that in others. 
Influencing & Communication Skills: Keen listening, open-mindedness, and strong interpersonal skills so that necessary alliances with internal & external groups can be forged and developed quickly.  Comfortable communicating both formally and informally with senior executives and communicate openly and equitably with peers & subordinates throughout Magna Exteriors & customer organizations.
Technical / Functional Understanding: Able to serve as a source of technical / functional issues & perspective to others; demonstrate a breadth of technical/functional knowledge outside of core specialty; provide others with opportunities for technical growth; develop the technical competence of others as a way to achieve results; hold people accountable for technical excellence.
 

Your preferred qualifications

 

Education/Special Knowledge/Skills – 

 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (accounting designation preferred).
• Must have the ability to understand manufacturing operations and their impacts to the financial statements.
• Must be able to create business cases that drive financial