Sr. Manager ESG, Controls & Governance (hybrid in Minneapolis)

$89,700 - $161,500/Yr

Target - Minneapolis, MN

Full-time - Manager

Minneapolis, MN

General Merchandise Retailers

About the position

The Sr. Manager ESG, Controls & Governance at Target is responsible for implementing a comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) control program. This role focuses on ensuring readiness for new disclosure regulations, managing data governance, and maintaining a robust internal control environment. The position requires collaboration across various teams to provide risk insights and develop innovative risk management solutions, ultimately supporting Target's commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.

Responsibilities

• Own and implement a comprehensive ESG control program.
• Ensure readiness for new disclosure regulations in partnership with the ESG Accounting team.
• Maintain objectives for the ESG controls program and create a cross-functional roadmap.
• Support a risk-based approach to prioritizing ESG reporting areas.
• Define expectations for enterprise-wide ESG reporting controls under the 'three lines of defense' model.
• Develop and implement a risk-based approach to data management for ESG reporting controls.
• Maintain a controls culture across Sustainability and ESG program owners.
• Support the ESG disclosure governance process and facilitate timely disclosures.
• Establish a cross-functional framework for reporting and controls responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6 years of audit, risk, or related business/retail experience, including experience in auditing and enterprise risk management.
• Experience using data and analytical tools, including Excel, to solve business problems.
• Ability to facilitate meetings, resolve conflict, and collaborate effectively across all levels of an organization.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills to leverage data for decision-making and risk identification.
• Effective communication skills to develop relationships with key business leaders.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree in business or related field.
• Expertise in environmental and social issues and ESG reporting frameworks.
• SEC reporting experience.
• CPA/CIA certification.
• SASB Fundamentals of Sustainable Accounting Certification.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee discount program.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.