Kohler Leadership Development Program - Finance
Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Onsite, 4 days - Kohler, WI
Early Talent at Kohler
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.
Program Overview
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.
What You'll Do
- 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.
Program Structure & Experiences
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.
Skills/Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Must have obtained a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a major in Finance, Accounting, or related field no later than June 2027
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing basis without company sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- 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.
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Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
About Us
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