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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• You'll be reporting to the Manager of FP&A and serve as a key finance liaison for the Global Functional teams. Supporting activities include actual cost center reporting, global variance analysis, and development of detailed forecast for the assigned function in relations to expenses and capital expenditures
• This is an exciting opportunity for you because you will be responsible for the preparation and analysis of monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports with variance analysis to prior year, budget, and forecast; including but not limited to P&L, Capex and Expense analysis
• You'll develop a link between Finance and Finance Leaders to report and forecast the impact of key projects as it relates to budgets and the long term strategic plan
• This position provides analytical support to business units and finance operations teams by structuring analytical problems, extracting and analyzing data, and present findings
• You'll drive consistent process and standardization around financial reporting, metrics, and analysis across the organization

• Creating, analyzing and consolidating business reports and presentations for Senior Mgmt. Reviews; including Monthly Actuals and Forecast Report Packages and Quarterly Requirements, Preparation of Earnings Call materials, Quarterly Board Meetings, and primary liaison for supporting Investor Relations team.
• Functional analysis through actual cost center reporting, global variance analysis, and developing detailed forecasts for the assigned functions in relation to expenses and capital expenditures.
• Preparing and maintaining in-depth analysis and modeling of budgeting and forecast reporting of financial and business performance to support company-wide financial and operational goals, initiatives and objectives.

• Maintaining and analyzing dashboards and KPIs with a focus on forecast accuracy and trends.

• 7+ years of relevant work experience, including budgeting and forecasting, financial analysis, and financial reporting
• Bachelor's Degree is required
• Demonstrated professional integrity and ethical qualities
• 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.
• High Level interpersonal skills; must be able to work across multiple levels and locations within the company, including establishing global partnerships.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Results-oriented, able to meet deadlines under high pressure timelines
• Highly proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to quickly learn various software applications; including but not limited to Oracle Hyperion and IBM Cognos Business Intelligence
• Self- starter that takes action beyond specific job responsibilities and assignments
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

• Full-Time
• Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000
• Bonus Eligible
• 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.

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 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.

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.

ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?