Branch Controller: Manufacturing Finance & Month-End Pro

Leggettlogistics; Carthage, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt Inc. seeks a Branch Controller to oversee month-end close and general accounting for locations in Carthage, MO and Winchester, KY. The role focuses on accuracy of financial statements and cost accounting in a manufacturing setting.

The candidate will collaborate across the Bedding Segment, support internal audits, and drive processes with cross-functional teams to improve financial results. Strong Excel skills and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Understanding of cost accounting and methodologies.
• Self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate key data and insight to others within the Branch and Bedding organization.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across Bedding Segment to maintain consistent business processes.
• Review and verify accuracy of financial statements.
• Maintain compliance with policy and procedures and assist with Internal Audit visits/requests.
• Manage and complete the month-end close process.
• Develop relationships with Branch personnel to provide support and information sharing on a regular basis as appropriate.
• Fulfill requests of Corporate Departments (Accounting, Tax, Risk, Credit, etc.).
• Complete/oversee costing of inventory.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong Excel skills

Data communication

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Leggett & Platt Inc. seeks a Branch Controller to oversee month-end close and general accounting for locations in Carthage, MO and Winchester, KY. The role focuses on accuracy of financial statements and cost accounting in a manufacturing setting.

The candidate will collaborate across the Bedding Segment, support internal audits, and drive processes with cross-functional teams to improve financial results. Strong Excel skills and communication are essential.