Accountant - Financial Reporting

Kohl's; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kohl's is seeking an Accountant to support financial reporting and accounting processes. You will ensure accurate recording of transactions, contribute to the month-end close, and partner with cross-functional teams to uphold financial integrity.

The role requires U.S. GAAP knowledge, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and the ability to analyze and improve processes. Collaboration with internal teams and adherence to controls will be key to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and financial software proficiency.
• Excellent accounting skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication, time management and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, Proxy, etc.) with timely reporting.
• Record journal entries and support month-end close.
• Prepare and maintain account reconciliations; investigate variances.
• Review transactions and contracts for proper US GAAP accounting.
• Assist in preparation of financial reports, schedules, and documentation.
• Support internal and external reporting, including audits.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends and process improvements.
• Collaborate with business partners to ensure accurate financial data.
• Support SOX compliance; document and validate key controls.
• Assist with continuous improvement of accounting processes and systems.
• Additional tasks may be assigned.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Financial software

Job description

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