Kohler Leadership Development Program - Finance

Kohler Co.•Kohler, WI

1d•$62,350 - $77,950•Onsite

About The Position

Kohler’s Leadership Development Programs are designed to accelerate the development of future leaders through structured, cross-functional rotational experiences that drive meaningful business impact. Participants join as full-time associates, gaining broad exposure across the organization while being supported through intentional development, mentorship, and a strong cohort experience. The Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP) is where early-career finance talent steps into the business—not just as analysts, but as trusted partners, problem-solvers, and future leaders. From day one, participants are placed close to the work that matters: helping teams understand performance, evaluate tradeoffs, telling the story behind the numbers, and turning insights into action. The experience is intentionally hands-on and highly connected. FLDP participants rotate through meaningful assignments that build technical depth, business acumen, and leadership confidence while also creating a strong sense of community through their cohort, mentors, leaders, and peers across Kohler. It is a place to take ownership early, stretch into new challenges, and grow through experiences that make a visible impact. Kohler's Leadership Development Programs are designed as two-year, full-time rotational experiences that provide broad exposure to the business while accelerating leadership readiness. Participants complete 3–4 cross-functional rotations, each lasting 6–8 months, where they contribute to impactful work aligned to business priorities. Beyond on-the-job experience, participants engage in a structured, enterprise-wide development journey that includes: A week-long immersive onboarding experience with their cross-functional cohort Intentional semi-annual seminars and quarterly learning sessions throughout the program Exposure to senior leaders and key stakeholders across the organization Ongoing mentorship, coaching, and performance feedback Opportunities to build community through a cohort-based experience and networking events The program culminates in a formal graduation experience, positioning participants for strategic placement into full-time roles aligned to their strengths, interests, and business priorities.

Requirements

Must have obtained a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a major in Finance, Accounting, or related field no later than June 2026
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing basis without company sponsorship.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Previous finance or accounting internship experience.
Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and accountability through academic, internship, or extracurricular experiences.
Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and learning agility in team-based environments.

Responsibilities

Prepare financial reporting, forecasts, and monthly analysis that help leaders see the story behind the numbers and make informed decisions.
Partner with operating and functional leaders to understand business performance, identify trends, and turn financial analysis into practical recommendations.
Evaluate business cases and investment opportunities, including capital projects, product launches, marketing initiatives, and other priorities that shape Kohler’s growth.
Drive process improvement and contribute to strategic projects by asking thoughtful questions, challenging assumptions, and helping teams move from insight to action.
Build broad finance capability across rotations while strengthening technical skills, business acumen, communication, and leadership confidence.