General Ledger Accountant (with French)

General Ledger Accountant with French or Italian

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.

The Accounting Department in Gates Business Services Center works in partnership with other international departments to accurately record and report financial results. The role will have significant interaction with the Controllers from company and other operational stakeholders. The General Ledger Accountant will be involved in the monthly financial statement close, accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, annual audit, accounting and other financial systems, and accounting policies, procedures, and controls.

• Support accounting process for one of Gates entities Great Britain operations
• Perform other related accounting duties as assigned
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly and year end close and financial reporting information
• Register purchases of fixed assets in SAP/ Knowledge of fixed assets
• Prepare and document journal entries and reconciliations relating to balance sheet accounts
• Prepare account reconciliations for assigned areas in a timely manner

ABOUT YOU

• Master's degree in Finance or Accounting with minimum 3 years of experience in an international company in the GL department in SSC
• Good knowledge of the GL process
• Knowledge of US GAAP accounting standards
• Strong communication skills and fast learning ability required
• Knowledge of MS Office applications and Accounting/ ERP System (SAP experience)
• Communicative English is mandatory, as well as in French or Italian

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.

GDPR: Gates are committed to protecting your private data. Please see below the link to our Job Applicants Privacy Statement which we would ask you to read in full. By applying for this position, you confirm that you have read, understood and accept this policy.

https://www.gates.com/us/en/knowledge-center/resource-library/policies-and-statements/gates-job-applicants-privacy-statement.html

ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?

#LI-AD2

Job Requirements