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Bengaluru - India

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

About us:

As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400000 team members worldwide Target is an iconic brand and one of Americas leading retailers.

Joining Target means promoting a culture of mutual care and respect and striving to make the most meaningful and positive impact. Becoming a Target team member means joining a community that values different voices and lifts each other up. Here we believe your unique perspective is important and youll build relationships by being authentic and respectful.

Overview about TII

At Target we have a timeless purpose and a proven strategy. And that hasnt happened by accident. Some of the best minds from different backgrounds come together at Target to redefine retail in an inclusive learning environment that values people and delivers world-class outcomes. That winning formula is especially apparent in Bengaluru where Target in India operates as a fully integrated part of Targets global team and has more than 4000 team members supporting the companys global strategy and operations.

This role part of Target Enterprise Services (TES) will lead the Corporate Accounting function supporting Chief Accounting Office and Controllership organization from Target India. Reporting to the Senior Director Finance this leader will partner closely with senior leaders across TES and Finance to define strategy set direction and drive execution global corporate accounting function.

The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge & experience operational acumen critical thinking a high sense of accountability and proactive decision-making in a fast-paced collaborative and dynamic environment. This role plays a key part in delivering strategic finance outcomes with operational excellence.

The leader of Corporate Accounting team at Target India will be responsible to lead the Balance Sheet reconciliation center of excellence (COE) General Accounting Inventory Accounting and Analysis and Corporate Accounting. This role is required to build global partnerships across controllership and operations teams in US and TII.

Additionally this role shall be responsible for building global finance capabilities designing and implementing operational strategies robust management reporting structure that drives timely and accurate reporting. Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements including SOX 302/404 sub-certifications. Build strong partnerships across upstream teams to deliver key business objectives. Drive cross-functional initiatives and process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across accounting operations.

Principal duties and responsibilities

1. Financial Integrity & Operational Oversight

  • Lead and oversee critical corporate accounting functions to own and support general accounting inventory accounting balance sheet governance and corporate accounting activities.
  • Bring strong accounting acumen with familiarity to US GAAP standards and lead with risk-based approach to driving effective controls and governance.
  • Ensure timely and accurate accounting and financial reporting while maintaining compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and publish performance and financial reporting to key stakeholders.
  • Define annual team goals and objectives manage workload allocation and oversee performance evaluations and development plans.

2. Strategic Planning and Analysis

  • Define team visions priorities and goals in alignment with broader TES Finance and Enterprise goals.
  • Guide the team in cascading enterprise and TES OKRs into actionable operational objectives.

3. People Leadership and Team Development

  • Lead multiple diverse teams; monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate team health and process effectiveness.
  • Provide timely and constructive feedback support issue resolution and promote career development.
  • Coach and mentor team managers to build strong leadership capabilities.
  • Promote analytical data-driven decision-making across teams.

4. Technology Enablement and Change Management

  • Act as a thought partner to product and technology teams for technology modernization efforts.
  • Champion effective change management practices to ensure smooth transitions and enhanced system adoption.
  • Unlock system capabilities to improve reporting strengthen controls and streamline processes.

5. Internal Controls and Compliance

  • Proactively identify process risks and design mitigation and monitoring controls.
  • Ensure compliance with financial control standards and internal policies.
  • Partner with HQ teams to update business process documentation control standards and risk assessments.

6. Operational Excellence

  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement using tools and methodologies such automation lean/six sigma
  • Drive process optimization and efficiency across all functional areas.

7. Stakeholder Partnership

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with U.S. and India-based stakeholders.
  • Act as a strategic partner to advance enterprise-wide OKRs and deliver business value.

About the Candidate:

  • Brings a strong accounting knowledge and experience with strong drive and focus on process discipline and risk management.
  • Demonstrates critical thinking with the ability to navigate complexity generate insights and provide strategic solution-oriented recommendations.
  • Recognized for credibility collaboration accountability and the ability to operate both independently and within cross-functional teams.
  • Possesses strong analytical acumen with a proven ability to deep dive into data extract key insights and drive informed decision-making.
  • Excellent communication negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experienced in leading front-line leaders and developing high-performing engaged and inclusive finance teams.
  • Adept at identifying cross-functional opportunities and building strategic partnerships across the organization.
  • Maintains high standards of accuracy and attention to detail while simplifying and communicating complex topics effectively.
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities with a focus on root cause analysis and continuous improvement.

REPORTING/WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

  • Reports to Senior Director Finance
  • Works closely with all the India leadership team finance team members and other internal/ external key clients

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Qualified Accountant (CA CPA CMA) with minimum 12 years experience including experience of leading teams and managing Finance and Accounting teams in GCCs.


Required Experience:

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