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Position Overview:
You will be a key member of the Powersports Accounting Team, responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial results for the Powersports business unit. Reporting to the Powersports Controller, you will support core accounting activities including close processes, reserves, revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and internal controls. Your work will involve close partnership with Corporate Finance and business stakeholders to maintain reliable financial reporting and effective system and process controls. This role is a compelling opportunity to have meaningful ownership over critical accounting processes while gaining exposure to complex, enterprise-scale financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
Prepare and review monthly financial reporting, including P&L and balance sheet fluctuation analysis for management.
Develop, analyze, and maintain key accounting reserves, including quarterly reviews and forecast inputs.
Support revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and related transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP.
Partner with Corporate Finance and business unit teams to identify, resolve, and prevent inaccurate or incomplete financial data through effective controls.
Design, document, and maintain finance policies, procedures, and system workflows to strengthen internal controls.
Identify and lead accounting process improvement initiatives, including automation and system optimization opportunities.
Assist with internal and external audit activities, including quarterly reviews, testing, and documentation.
Prepare ad hoc financial analyses, data requests, and project support as needed.
Desired Competencies:
Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.
Critical Thinking: You analyze information objectively, evaluate options, and apply sound judgment to solve problems and make informed decisions.
Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related major required.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in accounting, including public accounting and/or manufacturing environment experience.
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404 requirements.
CPA certification strongly preferred.
Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement analyses.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including V-lookups and pivot tables. Experience with MAPICS and/or OneStream is a plus.
Ability to work in a hybrid environment, averaging three days per week in the office.
Some travel will be required.
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 Polaris
As 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; 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 (https://www.polaris.com/en-us/)
EEO Statement
Polaris 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) .
At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at
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