Role Specific Information
Job Description
This role is based at our Corporate Office in Menomonee Falls, WI. You'll work onsite from Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.
About the Role
As an Accountant, you will support the company’s financial reporting and accounting processes by ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions and compliance with accounting standards. You will contribute to the month-end close process, perform account analysis, and partner with cross-functional teams to support business operations and financial integrity.
What You’ll Do
Prepare SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, Proxy, etc.), ensuring accurate and timely reporting and offering best practice suggestions
Record journal entries and support the month-end close process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
Prepare and maintain account reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances
Review transactions and contracts to determine appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with U.S. GAAP
Assist in the preparation of financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation
Support internal and external reporting requirements, including audit requests and compliance activities
Perform data analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvement
Collaborate with business partners to ensure accurate financial data and understanding of accounting impacts
Support SOX compliance efforts, including documentation and validation of key controls
Assist with continuous improvement of accounting processes, systems, and reporting
Additional tasks may be assigned
What Skills You Have
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or other relevant field
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience with technical accounting
Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and other Financial Software programs
Excellent accounting skills
Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, time management and communication skills
Adept multitasker
Preferred
Prior accounting or finance experience
CPA or MBA
Retail industry experience
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or other relevant field
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Experience with technical accounting
- Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and other Financial Software programs
- Excellent accounting skills
- Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, time management and communication skills
Kohl's Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kohl's and has not been reviewed or approved by Kohl's.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the 401(k) plan is a standout, offering a dollar‑for‑dollar company match up to 5% with contributions available from day one. Eligibility and vesting mechanics are presented as straightforward for eligible roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave includes 12–14 weeks for birthing parents and 6 weeks for other eligible parents. Feedback suggests this is a meaningful family‑support element within the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — The package includes a 15% everyday associate discount that can rise to 35% on select days, access to an Employee Assistance Program, and low‑ or no‑cost wellness centers in eligible locations. Feedback suggests these everyday perks add tangible value alongside core benefits.
Kohl's Insights
What We Do
Kohl’s is a leading omnichannel retailer with more than 1,100 stores in 49 states Kohl's business is built on a solid foundation of more than 65 million customers, an unmatched brand portfolio, industry-leading loyalty and Kohl's Card programs, a convenient and accessible nationwide store footprint, and large digital business on Kohls.com and the Kohl's mobile app. Our Vision: - The retailer of choice for the active and casual lifestyle - Destination for active and casual lifestyle as well as beauty for the entire family — from the most trusted brands, always delivering quality and discovery - Leading with loyalty and value through best-in-class rewards programs - Differentiated omnichannel experience — easy and inviting, no matter how our customer wants to shop
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