Strategic Automotive Program Controller

Magna International; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Troy, MI seeks a Program Controller to support sales and program management by delivering precise quotes and managing the financial health of complex projects. You will explain financial implications, generate cost breakdowns, and guide decision-making with timely analyses.

The role requires a bachelor’s in business/finance, 5+ years in automotive finance, strong Excel skills, and willingness to travel. English proficiency required; Spanish or German is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance or related field.
• 5+ years in automotive industry or equivalent.
• Financial background preferred; cost accounting desired.
• Willingness to travel.
• Spanish and/or German language skills are a plus.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support sales management and program management to deliver accurate quotes.
• Execute financial quoting activities and support GPMS quote process.
• Maintain and ensure accuracy of program financials through regular updates and reports.
• Improve cost models and finance tools for the Global Quoting Process.
• Provide financial analysis and guidance to project teams; perform sensitivity analyses.
• Generate cost breakdowns and financial information for customer negotiations.
• Prepare data for management reports and support budget processes.
• Assist with preoperational cost tracking and reporting.

Skills

Multitasking

Financial analysis

Language skills (Spanish/German)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Magna Powertrain in Troy, MI seeks a Program Controller to support sales and program management by delivering precise quotes and managing the financial health of complex projects. You will explain financial implications, generate cost breakdowns, and guide decision-making with timely analyses.

The role requires a bachelor’s in business/finance, 5+ years in automotive finance, strong Excel skills, and willingness to travel. English proficiency required; Spanish or German is a plus.