Segment Controller

Leggett & Platt

(Carthage, Missouri)

Full Time Travel Required

Job Posting Details

About Leggett & Platt

Leggett & Platt, which pioneered sleep technology when it introduced its bedspring more than 125 years ago, is an S&P 500 diversified manufacturer. Serving a broad suite of customers that comprise a "Who's Who" of U.S. companies, Leggett & Platt conceives, designs, and produces a diverse array of products that can be found in most homes, offices, and vehicles. Founded in 1883, the company is made up of 20 business units, 18,000 employee-partners, and 130 facilities in 17 countries.

Summary

Leggett & Platt Inc. is seeking a Segment Controller for its Specialized Products Segment at the Corporate office in Carthage, Missouri. The Specialized Products Segment includes the company’s Automotive, Aerospace, Machinery & Technology and Commercial Vehicle Products business units. With operations around the globe, the Specialized Products Segment’s rapid growth includes revenues near $1 billion.

Responsibilities

* You will report directly to the Segment President and you’ll have significant interaction with business unit management and accounting teams, as well as with corporate accounting, finance and tax. 
*   You will oversee forward-looking financial statements prepared by the business units, including forecasts and strategic plans.
*  You’ll also oversee general accounting activity conducted at the business units, including financial reporting of monthly results, variance analysis, cost accounting and adherence to policies, procedures and internal controls.
* Evaluating and improving quote models and participating in global and strategic quote reviews
* Working with operations and finance teams to optimize exchange rate hedging activities

* Evaluating and supporting due diligence and financial modeling for acquisition activity

* Participation in assessing the benefits and changes required to optimize the potential implementation of a global ERP system

* Supporting operations and management with information and analysis on other major issues, such as product segmentation and plant expansions

You will report directly to the Segment President and you’ll have significant interaction with business unit management and accounting teams, as well as with corporate accounting, finance and tax.
You will oversee forward-looking financial statements prepared by the business units, including forecasts and strategic plans.
You’ll also oversee general accounting activity conducted at the business units, including financial reporting of monthly results, variance analysis, cost accounting and adherence to policies, procedures and internal controls.
Evaluating and improving quote models and participating in global and strategic quote reviews
Working with operations and finance teams to optimize exchange rate hedging activities
Evaluating and supporting due diligence and financial modeling for acquisition activity
Participation in assessing the benefits and changes required to optimize the potential implementation of a global ERP system
Supporting operations and management with information and analysis on other major issues, such as product segmentation and plant expansions

Ideal Candidate

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and minimum of eight years of accounting related experience in a manufacturing environment
CPA, MBA, or other advanced degree or certification is a strong plus
Strong analytical, problem solving and management skills
Strong interpersonal and oral/written communications skills
A team player, with a desire for professional growth