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. Our products are found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, and 3D printers, among many others.What to ExpectAs an innovation leader, you will join our global team in Brantford, Canada, reporting to the Director of Accounting, Americas. You will be responsible for the end‑to‑end financial close and compliance for the Canadian region, leading finance transformation and process‑improvement initiatives across the accounting and finance function.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all accounting and controllership activities for the Canada region, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting.Ensure compliance with US GAAP, Canadian statutory requirements, SOX controls and company accounting policies.Manage all local payroll, treasury, tax and compliance areas.Oversee the regional month‑end close process, including review and approval of journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals and balance sheet reviews.Maintain ownership of the integrity and accuracy of the regional general ledger and financial statements.Partner with Corporate Accounting to support consolidated reporting requirements and technical accounting matters.Ensure all regional reporting deadlines are achieved with high levels of accuracy and consistency.Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with SOX and internal control requirements.Partner with Internal Audit and external auditors to support audits,



remediation activities and continuous control improvements.Identify financial and operational risks within the region and implement corrective actions and best practices.Lead documentation and enhancement of accounting policies, procedures and process controls.Lead the transformation of the regional accounting organization through process improvement, standardization and automation initiatives.Identify and eliminate non‑value‑added activities to improve efficiency, scalability and accuracy across accounting operations.Support ERP implementations, system enhancements and finance transformation initiatives to modernize accounting processes and reduce manual work.Drive adoption of best practices, standardized workflows and continuous improvement methodologies across the regional finance organization.Serve as a change leader, helping the organization adapt to new processes, systems and ways of working.Partner closely with operations, supply chain, commercial, HR, IT, tax and FP&A teams to support business initiatives and operational decision‑making.Translate complex accounting and financial concepts into clear business insights for non‑financial stakeholders.Support regional leadership with financial analysis, business performance insights and compliance guidance.Develop, coach and mentor regional accounting team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.Participate in special projects including ERP implementations, system integrations,



finance transformation initiatives and process redesign efforts.About YouBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.CPA designation strongly preferred.11+ years of progressive accounting and controllership experience, including public accounting experience.Strong knowledge of local accounting, statutory and regulatory requirements.Robust technical accounting knowledge under US GAAP.Experience within a large global manufacturing or industrial organization preferred.Proven experience leading accounting process transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.Experience with ERP implementations, finance systems optimisation and automation projects.Strong understanding of internal controls, SOX compliance and financial reporting processes.Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to influence across functions and levels of the organisation.Robust analytical, organisational and problem‑solving skills with a hands‑on leadership style.Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to simplify complex accounting concepts.Experience with OneStream, SAP, Oracle or other large ERP platforms preferred.Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, matrixed global environment.Must be legally authorised to work in Canada without sponsorship.Benefits & CompensationSalary range:$135,000 to $160,000 per annum, based on experience.We offer a flexible work environment, health‑club reimbursement and comprehensive benefits to support work‑life balance. Accommodations are available upon request.Equal OpportunityGates is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons and do not consider race, colour, religion, age, disability, gender identity, national origin or other protected characteristics.Role is for a current vacancy.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Canada Regional Controller - C$135,000 - C$160,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Gates
📍 Winnipeg