Controller

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?

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 Siloam Spring, AR plant, you will be a Controller.

The Plant Controller is responsible for leading all financial operations within the facility, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while maintaining compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.

As a key member of the plant leadership team, the Controller partners closely with Operations and senior leadership to drive financial performance, support strategic decision-making, and enhance profitability through insightful analysis and disciplined financial management. This individual plays a critical role in optimizing cost structure, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening overall financial performance within the site.

Key responsibilities (to name a few):

• Own full responsibility for the plant's Profit & Loss (P&L) and Balance Sheet, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting
• Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Drive annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes, including labor, overhead, and standard cost modeling
• Provide clear, data-driven financial insights and performance metrics to support plant leadership and Corporate Finance
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations and Engineering to support capital project evaluation, investment decisions, and ROI analysis
• Analyze performance to plan, identifying opportunities to improve cost control, efficiency, and overall plant performance
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and SOX requirements
• Oversee plant-level financial operations, including cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and fixed asset management
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by tracking financial impact and driving accountability across the site
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering strong engagement, capability building, and succession planning

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required
• CPA and/or MBA preferred
• 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including manufacturing or plant finance (cost accounting required)
• Experience driving change and adapting to a dynamic, fast-paced business environment
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and SOX compliance processes
• Proven experience with standard cost accounting and financial analysis in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar) strongly preferred
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to present financial data to senior leadership
• Experience supporting global initiatives and cross-functional collaboration preferred
• Experience with acquisitions or integration activities is a plus
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

• Full-Time
• 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, additionally 8 sick days
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k): company matching up to 6%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Relocation support is available for qualified candidates open to relocating to the Siloam Springs, AR / surrounding area.