Finance Analyst
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Location: Onsite (Mon - Thurs), Kohler, WIOpportunityUnder the general supervision of the Sr. Manager – Rewards Programs and Benefits, support the accounting, forecasting, and reporting activities related to fringe benefits, product liability, and workers compensation for all US domestic locations. This role provides analytical support, prepares routine reports, and assists in data gathering and reconciliation efforts required for accurate financial reporting. Specific Responsibilities:Assist with reporting and analysis of all benefit categories across US domestic employee groups including preparation of monthly reporting and identifying basic variances. Support the development of financial plan and forecasts for benefits expenses by gathering data, preparing preliminary analyses, and assisting in variance explanations. This includes coordination with associates in Employee Benefits for health and disability benefits, Environmental, Health and Safety for Workers Compensation, and Tax/Compensation for payroll related benefits, followed by communication of forecast changes and collaboration with business unit finance teams.Assist in preparing fringe rate calculations and updates under guidance from senior staff and support periodic review activities.Perform routine reconciliations of assigned fringe-related general ledger accounts and assist with variance investigation. This position has ownership of specific balance sheet accounts and is responsible for making sure the balance sheet is accurately stated, and variances are addressed in a timely manner. This includes completion of monthly product liability and worker’s compensation reconciliation reports, quarterly major reserve reporting and analysis, and supporting external auditor requests. Assist in gathering information needed to support Group Health reserve posting processes, including coordinating with internal teams and compiling data from external providers. Maintaining documentation of fringe processes and assist with process improvement initiatives as directed. Assist in data gathering and preliminary analysis related to product liability reserve activity. Analyzing product liability reserve and expenses. This includes analyzing past trends, identifying P&L risks and opportunities, adjusting accruals as needed, and communicating changes with the businesses. The Insurance and Risk Management team assist in this analysis. Provide data and basic analytical support for pension and 401(k) activities for each domestic location, including assisting with exhibits and routine modeling inputs. Review year-end disclosure reports related to Kohler’s pension and post-retirement plans. Assist with the preparation of the Company’s employee benefit plan and postretirement disclosure footnotes for internal and external reporting requirements.Support quarterly reconciliations of the payroll tax general ledger accounts through data validation and routine analytical tasks. Perform miscellaneous projects and analytical assignments as assigned.


The actual base salary offered to a candidate may be higher than the approved range. This will vary depending on a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and a special project incentive.
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing and help you be your best. It’s a workplace that works—for you, your family, and your lifestyle. You are eligible for our total rewards package on Day 1 of your employment, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; mental health and care resources; pension and 401k plan with company match; paid time off and volunteer time off; paid maternity and paternity leave; tuition assistance; and associate discounts on a variety of Kohler products and services.
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