At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.Position Overview: In this role, you will partner closely with Digital & IT leaders to guide financial decisions that support key technology initiatives across Polaris. You will oversee critical forecasting and month‑end processes, ensuring financial accuracy and clarity for stakeholders. You will also play a central role in tracking, planning, and enabling major IT transformation efforts, including system implementations and capital programs. This position offers the opportunity to influence enterprise‑wide technology investments and contribute to meaningful operational improvements.
Key Responsibilities: - Partner with Digital & IT leadership to establish processes, drive financial results, and support accountability to business goals
- Support IT transformation initiatives through project tracking, long‑term planning, and financial guidance for ERP and other system implementations
- Coordinate and consolidate budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning for Digital & IT, including building financial models and standardizing tools
- Execute month‑end close and forecasting activities to ensure accurate, complete financial results aligned with corporate policies
- Manage forecasting and oversight of IT capital program spend while maintaining strong financial controls
- Support development and implementation of IT expense allocation methodologies across Polaris
- Collaborate with SBU leaders to align financial and operational objectives between business and IT
- Enhance reporting and drive process automation to improve KPI visibility
- Perform additional financial analysis and project work
Desired Competencies: - Business Acumen: You understand how your work impacts financial performance, operational efficiency, and organizational goals, and you make decisions with the broader business context in mind.
- Critical Thinking: You analyze information objectively, evaluate options, and apply sound judgment to solve problems and make informed decisions.
- Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required
- Minimum 3 years of finance or accounting experience
- Strong ability to partner with business leaders and influence outcomes
- Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience translating complex data into actionable insights
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships in a matrixed environment
- Experience driving process improvements with attention to detail and deadlines
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; Power BI experience preferred
- Ability to work in a dynamic, cross‑functional environment
- This position is not eligible for sponsorship
The starting pay range for Minnesota is $80,000 to $111,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.
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To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
About PolarisAs the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com
EEO StatementPolaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).
