Finance Project/Technical Assistant to the Vice President Finance Continuous Improvement (m/f/x)

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Assistant Program Manager to support the Vice President of Finance, Continuous Improvement in managing the Finance Transformation Portfolio – a comprehensive set of initiatives designed to modernize and streamline financial processes, improve data accuracy and visibility, and enhance decision-making across the enterprise. This role combines program management, project execution, and executive communications to oversee the Finance Transformation Portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a detail-oriented approach and a hands-on attitude, who can balance big-picture thinking with meticulous attention to project details. If you are a self-starter, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are motivated to make a difference in a high-visibility role, we’d love to meet you.

Your Responsibilities

Support the VP Finance, Continuous Improvement

• Assist the VP Finance in operational tasks, collaborating with various Functional Departments such as Magna IT, HR, Finance and Magna Groups and Divisions. 
• Prepare management presentations in English, tailored for executive audiences.

Project Management

• Monitor and report on project progress, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure successful outcomes.
• Monitor and track project milestones, risks, and key deliverables.
• Support the development and maintenance of reporting dashboards to provide the VP Finance and executive stakeholders with up-to-date insights on project progress and outcomes.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, IT, and Operations, to ensure seamless program execution.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Support the engagement of stakeholders at all levels to foster a positive change environment.
• Facilitate communications with project sponsors, steering committees, and executive stakeholders to align expectations and address any concerns.
• Organize and manage meetings, prepare agendas, and ensure effective follow-up on action items.

Who we are looking for

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, IT or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in Finance functions of large corporates or relevant experience in the consulting sector.
• Solid understanding of project management approaches, with experience working on cross-functional projects. 
• Proficiency in project management tools, preferably Asana, and data visualization software (e.g. Power BI) is a plus.
• Strong skills in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint and MS Teams).
• Fluent in German and English (verbal and written).

Your preferred qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with experience preparing materials for executive audiences.
• Results-oriented team player with a positive attitude.
• Highly organized, proactive and passionate for learning.
• Flexible, adaptable team player with the ability to thrive in ambiguous situations.
• High self-motivation and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Integrity, reliability and discretion are a must.

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

The minimum annual remuneration package for this position is a minimum of EUR 55.000,- with corresponding qualification. We offer attractive benefits (e.g. discretionary performance bonus, employee profit participation program, etc.) and a salary which is in line with market conditions depending on your skills and experience.

We provide 2 days/week Homeoffice. Regular travel up to 15% of the time.

Site Benefits

• Possibilities for creativity and room for own ideas.
• Corporate culture defined by innovation, involvement, and teamwork.
• Long-term perspectives in an international company.
• Attractive framework conditions for further training.
• Profit participation in the company's success.
• Home office options and flexible working hours.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (childcare, health promotion, leisure and sports activities, benefits in everyday life).

Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.