Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Versailles, MO plant, you will be our Cost Accountant.

• Responsibility for mid-level accounting activities including payroll, accounts payable, standard costing, budgeting, forecasting, inventory, and month-end closing
• Completion of daily, monthly, and annual accounting activities as assigned by the Plant Controller

Key responsibilities (to name a few):

• Complete statistical and financial data for budgeting and forecasting
• Gather timecard information for payroll processing
• Compare and update standard costs of production across plants where needed
• Track fixed assets and FA projects thru to capitalization
• Monitor all Spend accounts for accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare, review and finalize financial results on a daily, monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Prepare annual budget schedules as assigned by the Controller
• Create variance analyses
• Enter, review and/or reconcile Oracle data
• Process journal entries
• Prepare general ledger account reconciliations
• Process daily mail and check deposits
• Ensure compliance with corporate Mandate for Fundamental Financial Controls and existing SOX matrices
• Participate in and support testing and audit activities
• Support external audits by facilitating the provision of data to external auditors and responding to inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Identify and complete continuous improvement opportunities such as updating standard work, driving transactional improvements and reducing process work elements
• Support local Operations & Corporate Finance Teams with daily/weekly/monthly operational & financial metrics
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements
Details:
ABOUT YOU

• Degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Previous cost accounting experience preferred
• Previous experience in a global manufacturing environment beneficial
• Strong accounting knowledge with experience in all areas of general accounting
• Knowledge of intercompany accounting processes and international accounting knowledge beneficial
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong team player; proactively able to step in to support other team members as needed and share knowledge to allow cross training of all functions, builds collaborative relationships
• Works well under pressure, effectively handles conflict and demonstrates flexibility in work style to accommodate changing priorities and fixed deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with other accountants, functional specialists outside of the plant and business leaders. Demonstrated ability to interpret data and provide meaningful information to both a financial and non-financial audience
• Self-motivated, capable of seeking quality solutions and continuously focusing on process improvements, while keeping the needs of the business in the forefront
• Experience with SOX controls auditing processes and is committed to the importance of accounting standards and controls
• Experience with Financial module systems and General Ledger systems.
• Demonstrated excellent skill set in all Microsoft Office Products
• Working with large databases
• Excellent keyboarding skills
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

PAY & BENEFITS

• Full-Time
• Relocation is not provided
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Learn more about the benefits we provide at www.gateshealth.com

WHY GATES?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
While we expect the best, we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to your ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
At Gates, we believe that we are better together. Proximity has been important to our success over the years as there are critical items that are simply better when done together. One of those critical items is efficient collaboration. We cannot underestimate the power of informal conversations and connecting face-to-face with our coworkers.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
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