Senior Internal Auditor - SOX & Operational Audit

Target Corporation India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Target Corporation India Pvt Ltd in Bengaluru is seeking a Sr Auditor to lead SOX/IFC & operational audits, testing controls across finance and IT processes including SAP environments. You will scope engagements, perform design and operating effectiveness testing, and report findings to stakeholders.

The role requires 5–8 years of relevant audit experience, strong grounding in risk management, and the ability to work with cross‑functional teams and external auditors to ensure compliant,

Qualifications

• 3 or 4 year college degree (Accounting, Masters in Finance or related field preferred).
• 5 to 8 years of internal or external audit experience focused on SOX / IFC & Operational Audit.
• Experience in SAP environment is preferred.
• Working Knowledge of auditing Business Process & ITAC
• Exposure to Risk Management and Governance Frameworks
• Preferred Certifications – CA/CIA/ACCA/CISA

Responsibilities

• Demonstrating strong acumen for risks & controls in the areas of PTP, OTC, HTR, RTR, Taxes etc.
• Performing testing, reviewing and reporting on internal controls in compliance with SOX and ICoFR.
• Independently managing delivery of SOX engagements- Scoping, performing design and operating effectiveness testing and review of Business Process Controls including IT Application Controls- Scenario-based testing and sampling, Source code and interface control reviews, Review of IPE (Information Produced by the Entity), Key report validation across enterprise applications
• Participating in process walkthroughs with control owners, second‑line teams, and external auditors; document process understanding and developing detailed test procedures
• Performing internal audits in line with Internal Audit policies and standards and developing a strong understanding of the organization’s risk management framework, control environment, and control procedures.
• Communicating any findings noted during the testing and working with the internal audit auditors, 2nd line team, control owners & external auditors to assess the impact of the findings.
• Providing guidance to auditors to conduct effective assessments to comply with Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance
• Maintaining high-quality audit execution, including timely delivery and adherence to documentation and quality standards.
• Building and managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external auditors to align on timelines, expectations, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and manage multiple assignments and associated project teams, as needed.
• Identifying opportunities to enhance audit efficiency through data analytics and automation.
• Assisting Seniors in conducting scoping, contributing to the optimization of controls testing processes for enhancing efficiency and transparency.
• 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.
• Taking ownership of professional development through proactive learning, stretch assignments, and cross‑functional exposure.

Skills

Audit

Education

3-4 year degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Sr Auditor Roles & Responsibilities

• Demonstrating strong acumen for risks & controls in the areas of PTP, OTC, HTR, RTR, Taxes etc.
• Performing testing, reviewing and reporting on internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley Act (SOX) and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting ( ICoFR).
• Independently managing delivery of SOX engagements- Scoping, performing design and operating effectiveness testing and review of Business Process Controls including IT Application Controls- Scenario-based testing and sampling, Source code and interface control reviews, Review of IPE (Information Produced by the Entity), Key report validation across enterprise applications
• Participating in process walkthroughs with control owners, second‑line teams, and external auditors; document process understanding and developing detailed test procedures
• Performing internal audits in line with Internal Audit policies and standards and developing a strong understanding of the organization’s risk management framework, control environment, and control procedures.
• Communicating any findings noted during the testing and working with the internal audit auditors, 2nd line team, control owners & external auditors to assess the impact of the findings.
• Providing guidance to auditors to conduct effective assessments to comply with Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance
• Maintaining high-quality audit execution, including timely delivery and adherence to documentation and quality standards.
• Building and managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external auditors to align on timelines, expectations, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and manage multiple assignments and associated project teams, as needed.
• Identifying opportunities to enhance audit efficiency through data analytics and automation.
• Assisting Seniors in conducting scoping, contributing to the optimization of controls testing processes for enhancing efficiency and transparency.
• 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.
• Taking ownership of professional development through proactive learning, stretch assignments, and cross‑functional exposure.

Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

About You

• 3 or 4 year college degree (Accounting, Masters in Finance or related field preferred).
• 5 to 8 years of internal or external audit experience focused on SOX / IFC & Operational Audit.
• Experience in SAP environment is preferred.
• Working Knowledge of auditing Business Process & ITAC
• Exposure to Risk Management and Governance Frameworks
• Preferred Certifications – CA/CIA/ACCA/CISA Experience Level Senior Level