Cost Accountant

Date: Oct 13, 2026

Location: Versailles, MO, US, 65084

Company: Gates Corporation

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.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting the finance department in creating accurate and timely financial records for the organization.
• Receives considerable instruction, guidance and direction from others.
• Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience
• Solves routine problems using existing procedures and standard practices
• Has limited impact on own work team; works within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Exchanges basic information, asks questions and checks for understanding
• Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems
• Receives considerable instruction, guidance and direction from others
• Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience

Keys to Success

• Requires knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures within a particular area of expertise

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None
• No supervisory responsibilities; accountable for own contribution

Requirements and Preferred Skills

• 0-1 year(s) of experience
• Typically requires a bachelor degree or the equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts.

Pay & Benefits

• Full-Time/Part-Time/Contract
• Bonus Eligible/SIP Eligible/Sign-On Eligible/Equity Eligible
• Relocation is/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 or 2) weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued 
• If they are in Band 16+ (Director+) state – Eligible for Flexible Time Off
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

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.

Work Environment

Gates is an Equal Opportunity 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.
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.  
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

Nearest Major Market: Jefferson City
Nearest Secondary Market: Columbia Missouri

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