Jill Schmitt
About Jill Schmitt
Jill Schmitt is the SVP Finance, Controller at Kohl's, with extensive experience in finance roles at Kohl's, Fiserv, and Milwaukee Tool. She holds a Master of Accountancy from the Wisconsin School of Business.
Current Title at Kohl's
Jill Schmitt serves as the Senior Vice President of Finance, Controller at Kohl's. She has been with the company in this role since 2020 and is based in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, United States.
Previous Roles at Kohl's Department Stores
Jill Schmitt has held several roles at Kohl's Department Stores over the years. She served as Vice President of Finance - Planning and Strategy/Accounting Operations from 2013 to 2016. Prior to that, she was the Director of Finance from 2012 to 2013. She also held the positions of Senior Finance Manager from 2010 to 2012, Manager of Financial Reporting from 2008 to 2010, Manager of Merchandise Payables from 2007 to 2008, and Senior Accountant Financial Reporting from 2005 to 2007.
Tenure at Fiserv and Milwaukee Tool
Before her current role at Kohl's, Jill Schmitt was the Senior Vice President of Finance - FP&A at Fiserv from 2017 to 2020. She also served as the Director of Finance at Milwaukee Tool from 2016 to 2017. Both positions were based in Brookfield, Wisconsin.
Early Career and Andersen Experience
Jill began her career at Andersen as a Senior from 2000 to 2002. She then transitioned to Kohl's Department Stores, where she has spent a significant portion of her professional career. Her early roles at Kohl's included Manager of Merchandise Payables and Senior Accountant Financial Reporting.
Education and Qualifications
Jill Schmitt earned a Master of Accountancy and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the Wisconsin School of Business. She also studied at the James A. Graaskamp Center for Real Estate. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in finance and accounting.