Transition & Process Improvement Expert, Global Business Services

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Aurora, ON, CAN
Hybrid
Senior level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Leads finance process discovery, documentation, transition, and continuous improvement for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger processes moving into Global Business Services. Coordinates transition plans, knowledge transfer, training, hypercare, stakeholder communication, KPI reporting, service-level oversight, automation, and standardization across local finance teams and GBS stakeholders.
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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:
Magna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Salary: Starting at $85,000
  • Immediate, Open Position

This mid-level individual contributor role leads the discovery, transition, and evaluation of finance processes for entities integrating into the Global Business Services (GBS) organization. The position focuses on Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL), including end-to-end process discovery, transition management, process improvement, and KPI oversight.


The role works with local finance teams and GBS stakeholders to support smooth integrations and consistent service delivery. It requires a strong shared services background and willingness to travel for on-site discovery and transition activities.


Your Responsibilities

 

•       Lead process discovery and documentation for AP, AR, and GL at new entity locations.

•       Develop and execute transition plans for migrating finance processes into the GBS center.

•       Coordinate knowledge transfer, training, and hypercare support phases.

•       Act as the liaison between local finance teams and GBS throughout transitions.

•       Drive continuous improvement and standardization of finance processes.

•       Implement best practices and automation to enhance efficiency and compliance.

•       Define, monitor, and report on KPIs for AP, AR, and GL.

•       Ensure service levels are met and performance is transparent to stakeholders.


Who we are looking for

 

•       Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

•       5–7 years of experience in finance or shared services, with exposure to AP, AR, and GL.

•       Hands-on experience with finance process transitions or migrations to shared services.

•       Experience conducting process walkthroughs and documenting AP, AR, and GL workflows.

•       Experience planning and executing transitions, including resource coordination and milestone tracking.

•       Proficiency with SAP, Oracle, or a similar ERP platform.

•       Data analysis experience interpreting KPIs and identifying process improvements.

•       Experience with organizational change and stakeholder engagement.

•       Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.

•       Fluent English language skills.

•       Willingness to travel approximately 20–30%.


Your preferred qualifications

•       Experience in the manufacturing industry.

•       German language skills or another European language.

•       Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management certification.

•       Lean Six Sigma certification or advanced project management certification.


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.

 

In addition, we offer you the following site benefits:

An overview of our benefits will be discussed during the recruitment process. 

 

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 based on 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. 

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 Corporate

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 5-7 years of experience in finance or shared services, including exposure to AP, AR, and GL
  • Hands-on experience with finance process transitions or migrations to shared services
  • Experience conducting process walkthroughs and documenting AP, AR, and GL workflows
  • Experience planning and executing transitions, including resource coordination and milestone tracking
  • Proficiency with SAP, Oracle, or a similar ERP platform
  • Data analysis experience interpreting KPIs and identifying process improvements
  • Experience with organizational change and stakeholder engagement
  • Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies
  • Fluent English language skills
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20-30%
  • Experience in the manufacturing industry
  • German language skills or another European language
  • Project Management Professional certification or equivalent project management certification
  • Lean Six Sigma certification or advanced project management certification

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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is often viewed as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, and related protections. Feedback suggests the quality of the core health plans is a standout element of the package.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing components are frequently highlighted as strengths. Feedback suggests retirement offerings are a reliable pillar of total rewards across many locations.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit sharing and performance or attendance bonuses are commonly referenced as part of overall pay. Feedback suggests these incentives materially contribute to perceived compensation value.

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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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Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.

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