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, & 3 D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? Position Summary The Plant Controller serves as the senior finance partner for the San José manufacturing facility, providing financial leadership, operational support, and strategic guidance to drive plant performance. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, supporting business planning processes, and partnering with operations leadership to improve profitability, productivity, and cost performance. Keys to Success Keeps self-control in hard situations. Strong Communication skills Problem Solving and decision making. Costumer focus (internal and external) Negotiation skills Creativity, proactivity, and teamwork. Problem Solving process. Exceptional attention to internal and external customer requests Negotiation skills Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to interpret a variety of instructions or inquiries furnished in written and/or oral form; to acquire knowledge of topics related to occupation Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes issuing and receiving assignments, instructions, and/or directions. Supervisory Responsibilities Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership.



Lead and develop finance team members, providing coaching and mentoring. Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and HR teams. Drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. Requirements And Preferred Skills Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred. 8-10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance, operations finance, or plant accounting. Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Experience supporting manufacturing operations within a multinational environment. Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel. Fluent in Spanish and English. Experience in automotive, industrial manufacturing, or engineered products industries. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Experience with SAP or comparable ERP systems. Prior experience leading finance personnel in a manufacturing environment. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Plant controller (San José Iturbide)
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📍 San José Iturbide