Accountant - Financial Reporting

Kohl's; Menomonee Falls (WI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kohl's is seeking an Accountant based at our Corporate Office in Menomonee Falls, WI. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the company's financial reporting and accounting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

You will prepare SEC filings, manage journal entries, and maintain account reconciliations. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, has knowledge of U.S. GAAP, and excels in communication and analytical skills. This role includes onsite work Monday through Thursday, with remote work on Fridays.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare SEC filings ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Record journal entries and support month-end close process.
• Prepare and maintain account reconciliations.

Skills

Knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Advanced Excel skills

Strong accounting skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Financial Software

PowerPoint

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

Required

What Skills You Have

• 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