CONTROLLER

Job Number: 43747 
Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting  
Division: Autosystems Canada - Bld3 
Job Type: Permanent/Regular 
Location: BELLEVILLE 

Group Description

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.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible and accountable to lead, manage, support and provide direction to all staff within the department through effective goals/objectives setting, performance monitoring and reviews, communication, and the execution of on-the-job training and development plans.
• Ensures a robust department structure by maintaining effective staffing levels and creating succession plans and related employee development plans to support current and future needs. 
• Develops and executes an annual strategic plan for the department supporting company performance objectives and industry/field related benchmarking and trends.
• Collects, measures and monitors data related to the overall effectiveness of the department; benchmarking and analyzing these trends to establish action plans for continuous improvement (QOS process).
• Develops and implements new processes and procedures, as needed to support changing business demands.
• Facilitates effective two-way communication through department meetings (minimum monthly) and an Open-Door philosophy
• Accountable for department budget preparation, approval and attainment.
• Ensure all departmental requirements are met on a timely basis, specifically buy not limited to the following:

•    Monthly reporting requirements (internal and corporate)
•    Year-end reporting and audit requirements
•    Annual budget requirements
•    Capital acquisition process requirements
•    Bi-weekly payroll requirements
•    Other management reporting requirements
•    Regular forecasting
•    Hedging Analysis

•   Ensures compliance with GAAP, and Sarbanes-Oxley policies and requirements.
•    Ensures confidentiality of all proprietary and human resources related information.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•     Leads by Example
•     Makes Decisions
•     Excellent ability to persuade, influence and motivate others
•     Communicates Effectively
•     Negotiates
•     Strong time management and organization skills
•     Strong computer skills, especially MS Excel
•     Decisive
•     Ability to work overtime to complete projects by the required deadline

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field of study
• Accounting Designation (CPA) required
• Post-secondary Degree in a related field preferred (business)

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 7 or more years of work-related experience
• Minimum 5 years related experience
• Minimum 3 years supervisory experience preferred
• Experience in the automotive industry preferred

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

•   Budget Attainment

•   Budgeting/forecasting accuracy

•   Departmental Strategic Plan Execution

•   Departmental Succession Plan and Employee development plans.

•   Detailed forecasting methodology

•   EOS Metrics

•   On-time month-end reporting

•   On-time quote capitals

•   QOS Measurables

•   Year-end audit binder submission for external auditor's - timely completion and management of audit staff

Physical Demands – Normal amount of sitting and standing; Ability to move around an office environment and on the production floor;  Ability to work at a computer workstation; Ability to bend, twist, lift, reach.  Required to carry out job duties and responsibilities in a work environment that may include, but is not limited to, varying levels of noise and/or temperature. Ability to lift max. 50lbs periodically.