Staff Accountant

Leggett & Platt; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Staff Accountant within our accounting team to help support our bedding business. Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883? That’s right!

In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885. Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. As a Staff Accountant you will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of business units

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting is required.
• GAAP knowledge and strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Experience with month-end close and reporting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and enter journal entries to ensure revenues and expenses are properly recorded.
• Assist in the preparation of all monthly financial reports, including P&Ls and departmental actual vs. forecast statements.
• Complete costing of inventory.
• Complete month/quarterly analysis and schedules.
• Gather forecasting data and supplemental information.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Provide support to U.S. Spring & Wire.
• Special projects as requested.

Skills

Accounting/GAAP knowledge

Excel & Word

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

BS in Accounting

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Staff Accountant within our accounting team to help support our bedding business. Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883? That’s right! In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885. Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Staff Accountant you will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of business units to help drive greater results. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by using analytical and preparation of data for them to use to make decisions. You will participate in the month end closing process, costing, reporting and analysis all while keeping the SOX control framework in mind. The team you will be working with is collaborative and innovative, and values challenging work and diversity of thought.

So, what will you be doing as a Staff Accountant?

• Prepare and enter journal entries to ensure all revenues and expenses are properly recorded
• Assist in the preparation of all monthly financial reports, including P&Ls and departmental actual vs. forecast statements
• Complete costing of inventory
• Complete month/quarterly analysis and schedules
• Gather forecasting data and supplemental information
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures and internal controls
• Support internal and external audits
• Provide support to U.S. Spring & Wire
• Special projects as requested

To Be Successful In This Role, You’ll Need

• BS in Accounting
• Accounting/GAAP knowledge.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• 1-3 years Accounting experience

Things We Consider a Plus

• Dynamics 365 experienced

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

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