Junior General Accountant

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QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:

• Immediate open position
• $75,000 - $85,000 annual compensation
• College diploma in Accounting or Finance required
• Previous accounting experience in a fast-paced automotive environment an asset
• Previous accounting experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and cost accounting
• Experience with AS400 an asset
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Macro’s, VLOOKUP)
• Ability to respect and maintain the confidential nature of the department
• Ability to meet all financial reporting deadlines

MAIN DUTIES:

• Collaborate with team in the preparation of complex financial reports
• Cross train financial, general and management accountant roles
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and monthly, quarterly and yearly reporting
• Provide support to department leaders through financial and operational analysis and throughout the applicable budget and forecasting process
• Liaises with external auditors and other department personnel
• Assist with internal and external financial audits
• Create journal entries, reconcile sub-ledgers for assigned accounts
• Integral part of month end close activities and financial statements with detailed analysis
• Back up to key accounting roles
• Performs other duties as assigned

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.