Project Cost Controller

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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 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 visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Job Responsibilities:
Key responsibilities:

• Ownership of program financials (CM, EBIT, IRR, NPV) with close cooperation to Program Manager.
• Regular reporting and analysis of product KPIs (ex. assembly time, costed BOM).
• Tracking and mitigating deviations from the nomination and plan/forecasts in terms of project cost spending, customer funding and investment.
• Evaluation of financial impact on customer changes during development phase.
• Close cooperation with the project team (Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistic, Sales).
• Active participation in the month end closing, budgeting and quarterly forecasting.
• Participation in financial audits (internal and external). • Ongoing activities supporting the Management.

Key expectations:

• Master degree in finance or similar with technical background as an advantage.
• Experience min. 3 years in a similar position in a company with a similar profile (automotive industry).
• Ability to work in an international and cross-functional team including regular travel to Germany.
• Efficient and effective communication skills (to management and within the team).
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office (especially excel) and SAP environment.
• Fluent English, German will be an advantage.

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 Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting