Vice President, Global FP&A

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Date: Jun 3, 2026

Location: Denver, CO, US, 80202 Rochester Hills, MI, US, 48309

Company: Gates Corporation

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. Reporting to the CFO and flexible in relocation which can be discussed further during the interview process located in our Denver, Colorado or Rochester Hills, Michigan offices, the Vice President, Global FP&A serves as the enterprise-wide leader for financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and strategic analytics. This role partners closely with the CFO, Executive Leadership Team, and business and functional finance leaders to provide forward-looking financial insight, strengthen capital allocation decisions, and support both organic and inorganic growth initiatives. The role translates strategy into financial outcomes and enhances enterprise financial discipline.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead the annual operating plan, multi-year strategic plan, rolling forecasts, and quarterly outlook processes.
  • Work with the Regional P&L CFO’s on developing best in class forecasts, budgets and analytics.
  • Develop enterprise financial models, scenario analysis, and sensitivities to support strategic and operational decision-making.
  • Establish and maintain enterprise KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting linking operational and financial outcomes.
  • Provide clear executive-level analysis of financial performance, risks, opportunities, and trends.
  • Partner with the CFO on executive reviews, enterprise performance discussions, Board and Committee materials, and Earnings Call and Investor Meeting materials.
  • Support enterprise capital allocation decisions, including prioritization of organic investments and inorganic growth initiatives.
  • Partner with Corporate Development and Strategy on financial modeling, valuation support, and scenario analysis for acquisitions and divestitures.
  • Support post-close financial planning, integration assumptions, and performance tracking against transaction objectives.
  • Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing global FP&A organization.
  • Drive standardization, continuous improvement, and financial acumen across the enterprise.
  • In partnership with IT, drive the development and adoption of a global Power BI model
  • Lead OneStream planning and budgeting module implementation

Keys to Success

  • Ability to translate strategy into clear financial plans and measurable outcomes.
  • Strong partnership with the CFO and Executive Leadership Team, grounded in trust and credibility.
  • Consistent delivery of disciplined, accurate, and forward-looking forecasts.
  • Balanced perspective that integrates operational realities with financial rigor.
  • Proactive identification of risks and opportunities, with practical, actionable recommendations.
  • Effective leadership of a high-performing FP&A team with strong business acumen.
  • Clear, concise communication of complex financial concepts to executive and Board audiences.

Supervisory Responsibilities, Travel Requirements, Work Environment

  • Provides direct leadership to a global FP&A team with responsibility for talent development, performance management, and succession planning.
  • Lead the corporate data analytics team and drive capability and standardization across the functions and down the the Regional P&L’s.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally 50%.

Requirements and Preferred Skills & Competencies

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • 15+ years of progressive finance experience, including senior-level FP&A leadership roles.
  • Experience in a complex, global, publicly traded organization; manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner with senior executives and influence enterprise-level decisions.
  • Strategic financial analysis and modeling
  • Executive-level communication and financial storytelling
  • Capital allocation and value creation mindset
  • Strong leadership presence and cross-functional influence
  • High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment

PAY & BENEFITS

  1. Full-Time
  2. Base Salary: $340,000 - $400,000
  3. Bonus Eligible, Equity Eligible
  4. Relocation is provided
  5. Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
  6. Eligible for 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating)
  7. Eligible for Flexible Time Off
  8. 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
  9. 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.

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.

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.  

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.


Nearest Major Market: Denver