Senior Accountant

Gates Corporation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Vacation, holidays, sick days

401(k) company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Gates Corporation in Denver, Colorado seeks a Senior Accountant to support accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance for assigned entities. You will contribute to month-end close and deliver accurate financial information to drive operational excellence.

The role collaborates with business partners, handles journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses, and helps maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or Finance with 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control concepts.
• Experience in a large publicly traded company and public accounting firm preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and audit processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate and cross-train teammates.
• Experience with Oracle ERP and financial reporting applications.
• Advanced Excel skills with large datasets and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ownership of accounting processes, journal entries, reconciliations, and forecasts.
• Support preparation and distribution of financial results and variance analyses.
• Assist in monthly forecasts and annual budget preparation with variance analysis.
• Prepare and review journal entries in compliance with policies and controls.
• Execute complex accounting, reporting, planning, and compliance activities.
• Analyze financial information and support regulatory reporting requirements.
• Maintain internal controls and regulatory compliance across the organization.
• Support internal and external audits with analyses and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
• Assist cross-functional teams with special projects and ad hoc analyses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

BS in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

Excel

Financial reporting software

Job description

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?

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance activities for assigned entities and business areas. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information, supports period-end close and reporting processes, maintains compliance with internal controls, and partners with the business to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement. The Senior Accountant participates in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains ownership of assigned accounting processes and financial reporting activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analyses, internal and external reporting requirements, and forecasting activities.
• Supports the preparation, analysis, and distribution of financial results and management reporting, including identification and explanation of significant variances and drivers.
• Preparation of, as well as assisting business partners with, the preparation of monthly forecasts and annual budget, including preparation of variance analysis to budget and forecast for specific functions and cost centers.
• Prepares journal entries and reviews accounting transactions and supporting documentation in compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Executes and supports complex accounting, financial reporting, planning, and compliance activities.
• Analyzes financial information, prepares supporting schedules and documentation, maintains data integrity within financial reporting systems, and contributes to the timely and accurate delivery of financial results and regulatory reporting requirements
• Maintains compliance with established accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements while supporting a strong financial control environment.
• Supports internal and external audit activities by preparing analyses, documentation, and responses to auditor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Proactively identifies and implements opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, controls, systems utilization, and operational efficiency while supporting the delivery of accurate and timely financial information.
• Supports management and business partners through special projects, ad hoc analyses, compliance-related activities, and financial reporting initiatives. Applies professional judgment to analyze information, resolve issues, and deliver accurate and timely results aligned with organizational goals.
• Serves as a resource to team members by sharing knowledge, supporting cross-training efforts, and promoting consistency in accounting processes and practices.

Requirements and Preferred Skills

• BS in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control concepts.
• Experience in a large publicly traded company and public accounting firm preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit processes, with a commitment to maintaining strong financial controls and accounting standards.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong team player who is proactively able to step in to support other team members as needed and share knowledge to allow cross training and builds collaborative relationships.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and understanding of appropriate escalation points.
• Works well under pressure, effectively handles conflict, and demonstrates flexibility in work style to accommodate changing priorities and fixed deadlines.
• Good at multitasking.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Takes responsibility for personal development.
• 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 Oracle or similar ERP systems and financial reporting applications preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills, including experience working with large datasets, complex formulas, pivot tables, and other analytical tools.

Pay & Benefits

• Full-Time
• Salary: $95,000 - $105,000
• 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

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.

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