Full-Time
Senior Auditor
Posted on 8/15/2025
Target
10,001+ employees
Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries
No salary listed
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
In Person
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- 3 or 4 year college degree (Accounting, Auditing, Analytics or related field preferred).
- 5 to 8 years of internal or external audit experience focused on SOX / IFC & Operational Audit.
- Working Knowledge of auditing Business Process and Information Technology Application Controls.
- Independently managing delivery of the Sarbanes-Oxley engagements for multiple Business Processes - including scoping, test of design, test of effectiveness and reporting.
- Providing guidance to auditors to conduct effective assessment to comply to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
- Assisting Senior Manager in conducting SOX scoping, control rationalization and standardization for business processes.
- Evaluating control gaps noted during design or operating effectiveness testing, partner with 2nd Line of defense, provide recommendations and track remediation.
- Performing Design & Operating effectiveness testing & review for assigned Business Process Controls (Manual / ITDM / ITAC) while adhering to Internal Audit quality guardrails.
- Identifying & driving Automation opportunities in SOX controls’ testing.
- Testing & Reviewing ITAC - configuration of standard SAP & Non SAP applications, reviewing variations, Interface Controls testing, building sample scenarios, source code reviews and key reports testing.
- Developing a strong understanding over Target’s business & control environment and ensure control objectives are met during the course of your testing.
- Monitoring project progress, manage multiple assignments and related project teams, if needed
- Meet quality guidelines within the established turnaround time (or allotted budget) for assigned requests
- Provide regular status update on projects and controls in hand.
- Plan and execute operational audits in adherence to IA policies and procedures
- Managing relationships with key internal & external stakeholders and ensuring adherence to project timelines & deliverables.
- Identifying opportunities for use of Data Analytics & Automation to enhance Internal Audit’s ability to perform efficient testing/audit.
- Demonstrating a high level of engagement at work by closely interacting with HQ Internal Audit Team, participating in Internal Audit trainings, team building & community relations activities.
- Being independent, innovative & proactive in taking steps for your personal development by willingly taking on stretch assignments, cross-functional engagements & acquiring of new skills.
- Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.
- Experience in SAP environment is preferred.
- Knowledge of IPPF Standards, Risk-Based Auditing, Three Lines Model
- Working Knowledge of auditing BP & ITAC
- Exposure to Risk Management and Governance Frameworks/ Systems & ERP systems
- Preferred Certifications – CA/CIA/ACCA
Target is a large retailer that sells clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries through about 2,000 stores and an online platform, and it also carries its own branded products. It works by stocking broad assortments and offering convenient shopping options, including same-day services, supported by owned brands and a strong online presence; customers can shop in stores or online and use the Target Circle loyalty program with flexible memberships. Its differentiators include the Design For All philosophy—high-quality, well-designed products at affordable prices—a wide lineup of owned brands, and a focus on rewards and convenience through its loyalty program and services, plus a commitment to sustainability via Target Forward. Target’s goal is to provide a convenient, relevant, and enjoyable shopping experience while pursuing a sustainable, community-minded business that gives back to neighborhoods.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Founded
2005
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Owned brands command premium margins, offsetting grocery commoditization from Walmart competition.
- 66 supply chain facilities and 27 sourcing offices enable rapid inventory optimization.
- Urban store density positions Target for same-day fulfillment against Amazon Prime.
What critics are saying
- Q1 2025 merchandise sales dropped 3.1%; company expects low-single-digit annual decline.[1]
- Operating income fell 18.9% as boycotts from left-leaning customer base intensify.[3]
- Tariffs negatively impact earnings; inventory glut risks repeat 2023 markdown crisis.[4]
What makes Target unique
- 45+ exclusive brands and 1,978 stores within 10 miles of 75% of U.S. population.
- Design For All philosophy creates high-quality affordable products competitors cannot replicate.
- Target Circle loyalty program drives engagement across three membership tiers with personalized benefits.
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