Full-Time

Auditor

Posted on 7/30/2025

Target

Target

10,001+ employees

Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries

No salary listed

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

In Person

Category
Accounting (1)
Required Skills
SAP Products
Risk Management
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 3 or 4 year college degree (Accounting, Commerce, IT or related field preferred)
  • 3-6 years of internal or external audit experience focused on SOX 302/404 audit & compliance.
  • Working Knowledge of auditing business processes, ITGC & ITAC
  • Exposure to Risk Management and Governance Frameworks/ Systems & ERP systems
  • Experience in SAP IT Controls audit, SAP security baseline & best practices in SAP Security is preferred.
  • Knowledge of key IT regulations, standards and benchmarks used by the IT industry (e.g. SOX, COBIT, SSAE18/ISAE 3402 etc.)
  • Strong self-directed work habits, exhibiting initiative, drive, creativity, maturity, self- assurance, and professionalism.
  • Experienced in using data and analytical tools, including MS-Excel, to solve business problems.
Responsibilities
  • Demonstrating a strong acumen for risks & controls in areas like Finance, HR, Corporate Real Estate, Supply Chain, Vendor Management, Marketing, etc.
  • Performing walkthrough, testing and reporting on internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICoFR).
  • Participating in IT & Business process walkthroughs in collaboration with the control owners, 2nd line teams & Target’s external auditors, documenting the process narratives & developing detailed test procedures.
  • Performing Design & Operating effectiveness testing for assigned IT General Controls (ITGC) areas like logical access, change management, backup operations & job scheduling.
  • Performing Design & Operating effectiveness testing for assigned IT Application Controls for various standard and off-the-shelf applications (ITAC) while adhering to Internal Audit & PCAOB standards.
  • Developing a strong understanding of Target’s risk management framework, internal policies & control procedures and ensuring control objectives are met during the course of the engagement.
  • Planning & executing internal financial, operational and/or compliance audits in adherence to the Internal Audit Policies & Procedures
  • Ensuring all work papers meet the documentation & quality requirements throughout the lifecycle of an engagement (Planning, Fieldwork, Reporting & Wrap – Up)
  • Communicating any findings noted during the testing and working with the internal audit business auditors, 2nd line team, control owners & external auditors to assess the impact of the findings.
  • Managing relationships with key internal & external stakeholders and ensure 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 engagements, 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 new skills.
Desired Qualifications
  • CIA, CA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CISA
  • Big 4, retail experience is a plus.

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

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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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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

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