Senior Plant Accountant - Lead Financial Close & Compliance

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; London; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prescription

Dental

Optical

Pension plan

RRSP

Job summary

Leggett Dynamics is seeking a Plant Accountant to lead branch accounting activities, manage the close process, and ensure compliance with US GAAP in a manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes strong internal controls, accurate reporting, and collaboration with auditors.

Required are a post-secondary accounting degree, CPA/CMA preferred, and 5+ years of experience. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including the pension plan and RRSP options.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. Professional designation (CPA, CMA) is preferred.
• 5+ years of finance and accounting experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive industry preferred).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and US GAAP.
• Proven experience leading the financial close process and issuing financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Lead branch accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, review and approval of financial statements, and ensuring proper internal controls.
• Manage the financial close process and ensure deadlines are met with accuracy and compliance.
• Perform local tax accounting and reporting, ensuring all tax-related requirements are met.
• Complete corporate reporting requirements, both ongoing and ad hoc.
• Maintain financial compliance with corporate and regulatory standards, including US GAAP and local statutory requirements.
• Ensure the accuracy of financial data and support internal and external audits.
• Respond to ad hoc requests and report requirements as necessary.

Skills

US GAAP

Financial close

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Audit support

MS Excel

Education

Accounting degree

CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Leggett Dynamics is seeking a Plant Accountant to lead branch accounting activities, manage the close process, and ensure compliance with US GAAP in a manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes strong internal controls, accurate reporting, and collaboration with auditors.

Required are a post-secondary accounting degree, CPA/CMA preferred, and 5+ years of experience. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including the pension plan and RRSP options.