Finance Transition & Process Improvement Lead (GBS)

Magna-International-6df39721; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna is seeking a mid-level finance professional to lead the discovery, transition, and optimization of AP, AR, and GL processes as entities migrate into the Global Business Services (GBS) organization. You will partner with local finance teams and GBS stakeholders to ensure smooth integrations and consistent service delivery.

The role requires 5–7 years of finance/shared services experience, proficiency with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle), and strong KPI-focused analytics.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in finance or shared services with AP, AR, GL exposure.
• Hands-on experience with finance process transitions to shared services.
• Experience documenting AP/AR/GL workflows and conducting process walkthroughs.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20–30% for on-site discovery and transitions.

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 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 transparent performance to stakeholders.

Skills

Process discovery

Transition management

KPI reporting

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Process improvement

Fluent English

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Magna is seeking a mid-level finance professional to lead the discovery, transition, and optimization of AP, AR, and GL processes as entities migrate into the Global Business Services (GBS) organization. You will partner with local finance teams and GBS stakeholders to ensure smooth integrations and consistent service delivery.

The role requires 5–7 years of finance/shared services experience, proficiency with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle), and strong KPI-focused analytics.