Assistant Controller - Manufacturing Finance Leader

Magna International Limited; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International in Troy, Michigan, is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead the accounting team in a manufacturing environment. The role requires strong knowledge of US GAAP, cost accounting, and ERP systems, with experience coordinating payroll and period-end close.

You will supervise a finance staff, partner with operations, and drive process improvements, internal controls, and accurate financial reporting using SAP and OneStream.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Masters preferred.
• 5–7 years manufacturing/accounting experience.
• 3+ years supervisory experience.
• Experience with SAP, OneStream, and ERP systems.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge.
• Analytical and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly close and financial reporting.
• Lead cost accounting and inventory controls.
• Manage payroll processes with outsourced providers.
• Implement internal controls and process improvements.
• Collaborate with operations and management.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

ERP systems

Payroll oversight

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s Degree

Tools

SAP

OneStream

Workday

Dayforce

ADP

Job description

Magna International in Troy, Michigan, is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead the accounting team in a manufacturing environment. The role requires strong knowledge of US GAAP, cost accounting, and ERP systems, with experience coordinating payroll and period-end close.

You will supervise a finance staff, partner with operations, and drive process improvements, internal controls, and accurate financial reporting using SAP and OneStream.