Finance 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:

Mission of the Position:

The Financial Manager (hereinafter referred to as FM) is responsible for ensuring compliance with Magna's financial reporting standards, which are based on US GAAP, as well as Czech accounting standards.
The FM works with other departments to prepare forecasts and budgets. He/she explains deviations between actual financial results and the budget and forecasts.
The FM works closely with and supports his/her supervisor in various tasks leading to business decisions and supports his/her supervisor in ad hoc financial matters.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures compliance with financial reporting in accordance with Magna standards and Czech accounting standards.
• Prepares forecasts and budgets, explains deviations, and supports his/her supervisor in business decisions.
• Responsible for leading the entire local team in finance or other related areas affecting financial performance and reporting.
• Responsible for monthly reconciliation of financial results and preparation of reporting ("Flash report"), which is explained and communicated to his/her supervisor - the Director of Finance (Global Engineering) and direct supervisor.
• Maintains the corporate consolidation system (One Stream) with current monthly closing data imported from SAP, forecasts, and budgets. 
• Prepares annual budgets, quarterly interim forecasts, and predictions. 
• Responsibility for CAPEX reporting and maintaining an updated reporting system in Magna applications. 
• Responsibility for implementing and maintaining the Magna control mechanism
• Ensuring that business and operational activities are carried out in accordance with company procedures. 
• Cooperation with auditors and tax advisors. 
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Requirements and Qualifications:

EDUCATION:

• University degree in finance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• English language proficiency: B2/ C1
• Knowledge of US GAAP and Czech accounting standards 
• Knowledge of SAP FI-CO is an advantage 
• Advanced skills in MS Excel 
• Laws/regulations in the field of corporate finance, taxes and accounting 
• Management accounting reporting
• Problem analysis 
• Attention to detail
• People management
• Communication and presentation skills
• Focus on continuous improvement

WORK EXPERIENCE 

• 5-10 years of experience in a similar position

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.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting