Accountant, Project Accounting

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About Us:

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here. Right on pace with Target's distinctive retail brand, Target Finance and Accounting are transforming for the better. As so much more than a behind-the-scenes number-cruncher, you will be a truly collaborative partner with a seat at the table. You'll bring your unique point of view, experience and passion for the work to your team and internal clients. Within Accounting, you'll enjoy the interesting challenges of the competitive retail space, and you'll have a 360-degree impact—rather than on just one part of the business. You'll see your contributions come to life in virtually every area of this dynamic enterprise. And you'll grow and be challenged in your career while having a healthy balance with life outside of work.

Use your skills, experience and talents to be a part of groundbreaking thinking and visionary goals. As an Accountant in Project Accounting, you'll take the lead as you…

• Drive the accounting and reporting for Target Technology Capital Projects, including review of software and hardware contracts to determine expenditure classification
• Perform month-end and quarter-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis, disclosures, and support SOX/internal control compliance
• Develop strong relationships and provide client support to Technology Engineering, Operations, and Finance teams to create, maintain, and monitor capital projects in SAP sub-ledger
• Contribute to special projects and transformation efforts (automation, system enhancements, data consolidation, etc.)
• Model a controllership mindset—applying sound judgment, anticipating risk, and proactively shaping outcomes through strong financial and business insight

About You:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or equivalent)
• 2 - 3 years of related experience
• Strong accounting skills, knowledge of GAAP related to lease asset accounting
• Proficiency with large ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
• Highly detail-oriented and demonstrates analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Initiative and ability to work independently
• Ability to effectively communicate and positively interact with various levels of management and business partners

Desired Requirements:

• Exposure to ASC 350 Internal-use software and ASC 360 (PP&E) accounting concepts
• Hands-on experience with interpreting contracts and summarize key financial information
• Demonstrated ability to develop efficiencies, automate manual work, and lead continuous improvement
• Experience working with large and complex datasets and analysis
• Naturally curious and seeks to understand the "why" behind the numbers—explores tools, data, and business context to improve outcomes

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target's needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member's core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.

Benefits Eligibility

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