Job Information
Kohl's Senior Store Financial Analyst in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
This position is responsible for analyzing complex business challenges within the store environment. This position is expected to identify and implement departmental and company strategic initiatives that result in measured operating efficiencies and improved customer/associate experience.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provide Reporting
Compile financial or operational information - prepare and summarize data, comparing actual or expected results to prior period or plan
Identify trends and outliers to inform partners
Ensure accuracy and reconciliation of information prior to communication
Conduct Analysis and Provide Recommendations
Leverage data and business experience to make informed recommendations that drive operational efficiencies and customer experience
Evaluate broad business impacts related to recommendation outcomes
Influence cross functional partners on existing initiatives and identify opportunities for future initiatives
Function as the subject matter expert for processes, data and business partners
Ability to simplify and communicate results and recommendations with senior leaders
Addendum
Assist in the development and reporting of Store sales plans and Store payroll budgets
Analyze and forecast actual variances of stores sales and store payroll to prior periods and plan
Communicate with internal partners to ensure Store payroll budgets reflect all current processes
Draw conclusions and make recommendations to create store payroll budget efficiencies
SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
Required
Bachelor's Degree in applicable area:
Finance: Finance, Statistics, Accounting or other relevant degree
Operations: Operations, Statistics, Accounting or other relevant degree
Reporting: Finance, Statistics, IT or other relevant degree
1-3 years experience in operational or financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting or reporting
Strong analytical, planning and organization skills
Advanced decision-making, leadership or communication skills
Strong knowledge of Excel/PC spreadsheet functionality
Preferred
Advanced degrees a plus (CPA, MBA, etc)
Retail experience or retail operations business acumen