Staff Accountant

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated • Carthage, MO • 10h ago

Staff Accountant

Date:Sep 8, 2026

Location: Carthage, MO, US

Company: Leggett & Platt

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Staff Accountant within our accountingteam 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

What to Do Next

Now that you've had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

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.

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