Manga Engineered Glass: Plant Controller

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Holland, MI, USA
Hybrid
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Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Leads the plant’s accounting and finance functions, overseeing general and cost accounting, payroll, auditing, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, compliance, and financial systems. The Controller develops long-term financial strategies, analyzes operating results and profitability, manages cost controls, ensures accurate statements, supports regulatory and corporate requirements, and builds high-performing finance teams. The role also oversees finance-related safety budgets, workers’ compensation cost reviews, and EHS reporting.
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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 Controller at Magna Engineered Glass manages and directs all accounting and financial policies, procedures, and practices to ensure accurate control, reporting, and analysis of the company’s business transactions, operating results, assets, and liabilities. Provides strategic leadership for the finance function, including planning, budgeting, cost control, and financial forecasting. Supports corporate growth and profitability by developing long-term financial strategies and translating them into actionable plans. Oversees general and cost accounting, internal auditing, payroll, and financial systems, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Develops and implements philosophy and strategic direction and systems for all accounting/finance functions. Leads and facilitates efforts to build world-class accounting/finance practices in compliance with established policies, regulations, and acceptable accounting standards. 

· Develop and implement strategic direction and systems for all accounting and finance functions.

· Lead efforts to build world-class finance practices in compliance with policies, regulations, and accounting standards.

· Direct the formulation and execution of corporate financial policies and procedures.

· Supervise general accounting, cost accounting, payroll, internal auditing, and budgetary controls.

· Consolidate financial reports and ensure accuracy in financial statements.

· Analyze financial and operational results to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and asset utilization improvements.

· Manage the planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.

· Prepare and manage departmental budgets within established guidelines.

· Collaborate with IT/systems teams to support financial systems and reporting tools.

· Ensure compliance with Magna and Magna Engineered Glass Health, Safety, and Environmental policies, as well as federal, state, and local laws.

· Perform other duties as required to support business objectives.

ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Comply with OSHA and MiOSHA regulations and company safety policies.

· Identify and correct unsafe conditions and ensure adherence to safety and housekeeping standards.

· Respond promptly to hazards, defects, incidents, or non-compliance issues.

· Attend required EHS training and support safety initiatives.

· Ensure safety budgets are planned and funded appropriately.

· Conduct quarterly reviews of workers’ compensation costs.

· Provide necessary data for lost time accident tracking and annual reporting.

REQUIREMENTS:

· Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field.

· Minimum 10 years of accounting/finance management experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role.

· Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and industry best practices.

· Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

· Proven leadership ability to build and manage high-performing teams.

· Strategic thinker with the ability to develop long-term financial plans.

· Strong analytical and decision-making skills with experience managing multiple projects.

· Demonstrated knowledge of leading Finance/Accounting practices, rules, and regulations. 

COMPETENCIES:

· Strategic Financial Planning

· Budgeting & Forecasting

· Regulatory Compliance

· Team Leadership & Development

· ERP/Financial Systems Integration

· Cost Control & Profitability Analysis

· Cross-functional Collaboration

· Risk Management

· Continuous Improvement

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 or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.


AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.


Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.


Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Exteriors

Skills Required

  • Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • At least 10 years of accounting or finance management experience
  • At least 3 years of supervisory experience
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and industry best practices
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to lead and manage high-performing teams
  • Ability to develop long-term financial plans and think strategically
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills, including experience managing multiple projects
  • Knowledge of leading finance and accounting practices, rules, and regulations

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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
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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