Senior Manager, Risk & Controls — SOX Leader

Target; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Target is seeking a Senior Manager in Risk & Controls to lead the internal controls and SOX program. You will proactively identify risks, design controls, and partner with Finance, Technology, and Enterprise Risk to advise on control solutions across the business.

You will drive end-to-end SOX program operations, guide the team, and communicate complex topics clearly. A strong background in audit, SOX, and IT risk is required, with ERP experience preferred and CPA designation preferred.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance.
• 6+ years audit and/or internal controls experience.
• Experience guiding a team through SOX concepts (risk assessment/prioritization, process & internal controls, deficiency analysis).
• Strong relationship building, professional judgment, and critical thinking skills.
• Direct experience using process automation and data analytics in controls testing/design.
• Capabilities in IT-related risk assessment and ERP experience preferred.
• Deep knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
• Ability to lead a team independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Commitment to diversity & inclusion initiatives.
• CPA or similar designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team on internal controls and SOX-related projects.
• Identify existing and emerging risks; design and implement controls.
• Collaborate with Finance, Technology, and Enterprise Risk to provide guidance.
• Develop practical control solutions that support business objectives and compliance.
• Oversee end-to-end SOX program operations and documentation.

Skills

Audit experience

SOX knowledge

Team leadership

Data analytics

Process automation

ERP experience

Communication skills

Diversity & inclusion

CPA designation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Target is seeking a Senior Manager in Risk & Controls to lead the internal controls and SOX program. You will proactively identify risks, design controls, and partner with Finance, Technology, and Enterprise Risk to advise on control solutions across the business.

You will drive end-to-end SOX program operations, guide the team, and communicate complex topics clearly. A strong background in audit, SOX, and IT risk is required, with ERP experience preferred and CPA designation preferred.