Accountant - Financial Reporting

Kohl's•Tallahassee, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Prior accounting or finance experience
CPA or MBA
Retail industry experience

Responsibilities

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