Sr. Financial Analyst, Global Sourcing

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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 material spend. In this role, you will be responsible for collection, consolidation, reporting, and messaging of Raw Materials and Import Duties/Tariffs spend results. This team member will be integral in the analysis of business performance, development of forecasts / plans, and the identification/measurement of 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
• Serve as the planning, reporting & analysis lead for raw material import costs; including tariffs & duties
• 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) and Import Duties
• 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 Supply Chain, Global Trade or Operations Finance 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
• Strong 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
• This role features hybrid working conditions

The pay range for Minnesota is $80,000 to $111,000 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

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This position is not eligible for sponsorship

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; 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 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).