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Polaris


www.polaris.com

Sr. Financial Analyst – Global Sourcing

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Posted on: July 29, 2022 Apply Now
Brooklyn Park, MN ManufacturingExpires September 3, 2022

Job details

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

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.

Job Summary:

The Global Sourcing Sr. Financial Analyst is a member of Polaris’ Operations Finance team and is responsible for all day-to-day aspects of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) for Polaris’ worldwide raw materials spend of over $3B/year. In this role, you will be responsible for collection, consolidation, reporting, and messaging of Raw Materials spend results. This team member will be integral in the analysis of business performance, development of forecasts / plans, and the identification/measurement of raw materials cost savings opportunities. By nature of supporting a Global Sourcing organization, this role will also require an understanding of financial accounting and cost accounting concepts.

This is a highly visible role supporting a worldwide organization, with significant cross-functional exposure. A successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter, with strong finance/accounting and analytical skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with Operations Finance Leadership to produce and present executive reporting materials to simplify messages and improve cross functional executive understanding of operational results of Raw Materials spend

  • Lead the coordination and consolidation of budgeting, forecasting and long range strategic planning for Raw Materials spend; including development of financial models and tools to support and standardize processes

  • Assist in preparation of monthly / quarterly corporate level financial deliverables (e.g., Board of Directors materials, Executive business reviews, etc.)

  • Partner across levels within the organization to coordinate data gathering and compilation of key financial operations metrics / initiatives (e.g., cost savings, commodity market impacts, vendor negotiations, risk / opportunity identification, etc.)

  • Drive continuous improvement through the Operations Finance organization through sharing of best practices, standardizing processes and problem solving

  • Book month-end journal entries including but not limited to Purchase Price Variance (PPV)

  • Participate / lead operations finance projects as requested by Global Operations Finance Leadership team

  • Perform ad hoc financial analysis for projects as assigned, including but not limited to, NPV and Payback calculations on investments, and cost leverage opportunities

Skills and Knowledge:

  • Bachelor degree in finance, accounting or related field. MBA preferred.

  • Prior experience in FP&A, decision support, plant finance or Global Sourcing preferred

  • 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or sourcing required

  • Strong ability to work with business leaders to deliver results, including the ability to persuade

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with an eye towards continuous process improvement, including the ability to innovate and simplify both finance and operational messages with attention to detail and deadlines

  • Demonstrated ability to solve problems, multi-task, and manage multiple priorities High degree of intellectual curiosity

  • Advanced Excel & PowerPoint experience required. Alteryx and PowerBI experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

  • Dynamic fast-paced cross functional team environment

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

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. With annual 2021 sales of $8.2 billion, 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; Indian Motorcycle® midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; snowmobiles; and deck, cruiser and pontoon boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments, and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket portfolio. Polaris’ presence in adjacent markets includes military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.

EEO Statement

Polaris 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.

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