Associate Tax Accountant

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We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for an Associate Tax Accountant within our International Taxteam to help support our business. As a global‑diversified manufacturing company, it’s sometimes hard to explain all the different things we do. We like to say, “we’re the biggest company no one has ever heard of.” We are confident you interact with one of our products in your daily life without knowing it.

Whether it’s the mattress you sleep on, the car you drive, the plane you fly on, or the furniture you sit on, our high‑quality components are there supporting you. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As an Associate Tax Accountant you will have the opportunity to be involved in and exposed to a comprehensive range and variety of complex tax compliance and tax planning projects. This is an entry‑level position that offers a hybrid schedule at our corporate office in Carthage, MO.

• Support U.S., federal, state, and international tax compliance
• Conduct research and analysis of US and foreign tax laws
• Assist with global tax audits
  
  Assist with accounting for income taxes and SEC reporting

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or in Business with an emphasis in accounting) from an accredited college or university
• Strong analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to learn and adapt quickly

• CPA certification or candidacy
• One or two years of post‑graduate tax or accounting experience
• 3.5 GPA or above

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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