Senior Accounts Payable Associate - Shared Services

About the role

Magna is looking for motivated Senior Accounts Payable Associates to join its new Shared Service Center team. You will support Magna in optimizing global financial operations in SAP S/4HANA, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments, and helping harmonize AP processes across countries such as Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Italy and Switzerland.

Key responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and execute payments in a timely and accurate manner
• Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities related to Accounts Payable
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and internal controls
• Collaborate with internal departments such as Procurement, Controlling, HR and IT
• Contribute to the documentation and standardization of AP procedures
• Respond to internal and external inquiries about AP transactions
• Mentor less experienced colleagues, coordinate task distribution and work independently

Required profile

• 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting
• Experience in a Shared Service Center or international environment is a plus
• Good written and spoken English; German or other languages are beneficial

Required skills

• Proficiency in SAP S/4HANA and MS Office, especially Excel
• Attention to detail, hands-on mentality and proactive approach
• Good communication skills and a structured, independent working style