Jr. Accountant

Magna International Inc; Tecumseh; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International Inc. seeks a Junior Accountant to support the accounting department. In this role, you will ensure financial records are accurate and compliant while assisting with reporting, analysis, and internal audits. Join a dynamic environment where you can contribute to advancing automotive technologies.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in related field preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively with coworkers.
• Demonstrated initiative to improve tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and balance financial reports.
• Maintain and update financial records.
• Assist with internal and external audits.

Skills

Effective trouble shooting

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

University degree in related field

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.

The Junior Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting department by performing a variety of financial tasks. They ensure that financial records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with relevant regulations. Their role involves coordinating with other departments and assisting with financial reporting and analysis.

Standard Duties & Responsibilities

Support compliance to Magna Standards such as MMSA, MAFACT and MQS systems.

Support compliance to IATF, ISO 14001 and TISAX systems.

Complies and upholds the expectations of internal standards, processes, and legislative requirements.

Conduct in accordance with the Magna Charter, Magna Operating Principles and Corporate Ethics guidelines.

Promotes and ensures adherence to Company, Legislative and Magna Safety practices.

Achieve technical confidence to challenge current standards and progress division to the next level.

Assist with improvement initiatives related to Key Operating Indicators assigned by GM.

Responsible to identify any potential or actual Health & Safety concerns to ensure risks are mitigated and compliance to legislation is consistently maintained.

Support quality, safety, environmental and sustainability objectives.

Complete corrective and preventive actions as appropriate for any non-conformance within jurisdiction and assist with non-compliances identified during customer / internal and / or external audit.

Participate in the continuous improvement and cost reduction activities using problem solving methods.

Participate in company meetings and key events as required.

Responsible for ensuring adherence to daily 5S activities and improvements.

Work with other departments towards overall plant goals.

Any other requests deemed reasonable by management.

Job Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Reporting: Prepare, generate, and balance financial reports and statements; Provide analysis of data & report discrepancies when identified.

Financial Record Maintenance: Maintain and update financial records, including ledgers, journals, and accounts.

Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and categorized.

Business Plan and Forecasting: Assisting in the preparation of current and financial forecasts. This involves analyzing past data and forecasting future performance based on company volumes, cost changes etc.

Compliance and Audits: Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.

Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and information.

Data Analysis: Analyzing financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.

Month-End and Year-End Closing: Assisting with the month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.

Continuous Improvement Cost Savings: Assist with financial verification, tracking and monitoring of continuous improvement projects with cost impact.

Support: Back up representative for department Support Staff as required

Qualifications

Education: University degree in related field preferred

Additional Training: Accounting Software; Regulatory Compliance preferred.

Experience: Minimum 1 year in related field preferred

Characteristics: Able to communicate effectively with coworkers; Effective trouble shooting; Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance; Demonstrated initiative to improve tasks and take action. Ability to uphold confidentiality & integrity.

Technical: Proficient Computer Skills; Automotive related knowledge an asset.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality is critical for Magna, it’s Customers and Employees. As a team member, each employee is responsible to:

Protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

Report any suspected security incidents or breaches immediately.

Ensure information is used solely for the purpose for which it was intended.

Maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary information, both during and after employment with Magna.

Groupe:

Magna Seating

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.

Ce que nous offrons :

Chez Magna, vous intégrerez un environnement stimulant et dynamique dans lequel vous pourrez contribuer à développer des technologies automobiles de pointe. Nous accompagnons nos collaborateurs en leur offrant le soutien et les ressources dont ils ont besoin pour réussir. En tant que collaborateur faisant partie d'un grand groupe présent partout dans le monde, vous aurez des responsabilités passionnantes et variées ainsi qu’un large éventail de perspectives de développement et de carrière. Parce que nous pensons que chaque parcours professionnel est unique.

Synthèse du groupe:

Magna est un leader innovant dans le développement et la fabrication de structures de sièges, de mousses et de garnitures, de mécanismes et de sièges complets pour les industries mondiales de l’automobile, des poids lourds et des bus. Les sièges figurent au cœur de l’expérience du consommateur dans le véhicule, et nos solutions en la matière sont développées à partir d’études sur les consommateurs, en donnant la priorité au confort, à la commodité et à la connectivité.

Responsabilités du poste :

The Junior Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting department by performing a variety of financial tasks. They ensure that financial records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with relevant regulations. Their role involves coordinating with other departments and assisting with financial reporting and analysis.

Standard Duties & Responsibilities

Support compliance to Magna Standards such as MMSA, MAFACT and MQS systems.

Support compliance to IATF, ISO 14001 and TISAX systems.

Complies and upholds the expectations of internal standards, processes, and legislative requirements.

Conduct in accordance with the Magna Charter, Magna Operating Principles and Corporate Ethics guidelines.

Promotes and ensures adherence to Company, Legislative and Magna Safety practices.

Achieve technical confidence to challenge current standards and progress division to the next level.

Assist with improvement initiatives related to Key Operating Indicators assigned by GM.

Responsible to identify any potential or actual Health & Safety concerns to ensure risks are mitigated and compliance to legislation is consistently maintained.

Support quality, safety, environmental and sustainability objectives.

Complete corrective and preventive actions as appropriate for any non-conformance within jurisdiction and assist with non-compliances identified during customer / internal and / or external audit.

Participate in the continuous improvement and cost reduction activities using problem solving methods.

Participate in company meetings and key events as required.

Responsible for ensuring adherence to daily 5S activities and improvements.

Work with other departments towards overall plant goals.

Any other requests deemed reasonable by management.

Job Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Reporting: Prepare, generate, and balance financial reports and statements; Provide analysis of data & report discrepancies when identified.

Financial Record Maintenance: Maintain and update financial records, including ledgers, journals, and accounts.

Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and categorized.

Business Plan and Forecasting: Assisting in the preparation of current and financial forecasts. This involves analyzing past data and forecasting future performance based on company volumes, cost changes etc.

Compliance and Audits: Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.

Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and information.

Data Analysis: Analyzing financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.

Month-End and Year-End Closing: Assisting with the month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.

Continuous Improvement Cost Savings: Assist with financial verification, tracking and monitoring of continuous improvement projects with cost impact.

Support: Back up representative for department Support Staff as required

Qualifications

Education: University degree in related field preferred

Additional Training: Accounting Software; Regulatory Compliance preferred.

Experience: Minimum 1 year in related field preferred

Characteristics: Able to communicate effectively with coworkers; Effective trouble shooting; Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance; Demonstrated initiative to improve tasks and take action. Ability to uphold confidentiality & integrity.

Technical: Proficient Computer Skills; Automotive related knowledge an asset.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality is critical for Magna, it’s Customers and Employees. As a team member, each employee is responsible to:

Protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

Report any suspected security incidents or breaches immediately.

Ensure information is used solely for the purpose for which it was intended.

Maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary information, both during and after employment with Magna.

Sensibilisation, Union, Autonomie:

Chez Magna, nous sommes convaincus qu'une main-d'œuvre diversifiée est essentielle à notre succès. C'est pourquoi nous sommes fiers d'être un employeur qui offre l'égalité des chances. Nous recrutons sur la base de l'expérience et des compétences, en tenant compte des exigences professionnelles spécifiques, indépendamment notamment de la couleur de peau, des origines de la religion ou des convictions, du sexe, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'âge, de la citoyenneté, de l'état civil, du handicap. Magna prend la protection de vos données personnelles au sérieux. Nous vous déconseillons d’envoyer des candidatures par e-mail pour vous conformer au RGPD et à vos exigences locales en matière de protection des données.

Type de travailleur :

Régulier/permanent

Groupe:

Magna Seating