Junior General Ledger Associate, Accounting Shared Services
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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.
Group Summary:
Magna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-mindedteam. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.
Job Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
During the Training Period:
- Prepare and post standard journal entries under supervision.
- Support monthly account reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end closing activities.
- Maintain accounting documentation and records.
- Support balance sheet account reviews.
- Help investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
- Prepare reports and data for internal stakeholders.
- Support audit requests by providing required documentation.
- Follow accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Assist with process documentation and SOP maintenance.
- Collaborate with other SSC functions and local finance teams.
After Successful Completion of Training
Independently process journal entries / accounts reconciliation / month end activities
Resolving discrepancies
Performing activity in Month End Closing
Participate in process improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's or Master'sdegree in:
Accounting
Finance
Economics
Business Administration
Mathematics/Economics
Recent graduates and final-year students are encouraged to apply.
Experience
No previouswork experience required.
Internship or student practice in accounting or finance is considered an advantage.
Skills & Knowledge
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good numerical understanding.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong willingness to learn.
Good communicationskills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Technical Skills
Microsoft Excel (basic level).
Microsoft Office package.
SAP knowledge is an advantage but not required.
Language Requirements
English - intermediate to advanced level (written and spoken).
German/ Polish / French, or other European languages are considered an advantage.
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 or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.