Sr. Financial Analyst (Product Cost)
About The Position
The Finance Analyst supports global Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) spending through business analysis, financial reporting, and identification of cost improvement opportunities. Working across Global Procurement, Engineering, Financial Planning & Analysis, manufacturing plants, and business units, the role provides financial insights related to product cost. It also advances continuous improvement within the Product Cost organization by strengthening processes, systems, budgeting, and reporting. The position offers broad exposure to the business and helps leaders understand cost drivers and make informed decisions. The position is based in Bass Creek, Minnesota, in a standard office environment. Minimal travel may be required. The position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Accounting or Finance, including at least 3 years specializing in cost accounting, bills of materials, or supply chain.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze large volumes of data and synthesize findings into actionable, summary-level information and recommendations for senior leaders.
- Extensive experience using Microsoft tools, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated success leading process improvement initiatives within Finance and with cross-functional groups.
- Proven ability to work with and influence cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience working routinely with senior management.
- High level of integrity and dependability, with the ability to address priorities with an appropriate sense of urgency.
- Former employees must be eligible for rehire; current employees must be in good standing.
Nice To Haves
- CMA or MBA preferred.
- Experience with SAP and OneStream preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities for COGS across one or more Polaris product lines.
- Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end cost accounting activities, including reconciliations and financial analysis for assigned product lines.
- Partner with Purchasing and Engineering teams to understand business drivers, monitor financial accuracy, and provide decision support.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners to provide ongoing financial support for product costing, purchasing, and manufacturing plants.
- Develop and enhance processes and tools used to calculate and analyze operating metrics across functions that affect COGS, including Purchasing and Engineering.
- Identify and implement improvements to Product Cost processes, systems, budgeting, reporting, and related efficiencies.
- Analyze financial and operational data and translate findings into actionable, summary-level information and recommendations for senior leaders.
- Provide financial support for special projects and future programs.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan.
- Employee ownership through company contributions to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases.
- 401(k) matching contribution.
- Financial wellness education and consultation.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Wellness programs.
- Paid time off.
- Gym and personal training reimbursement.
- Life insurance.
- Disability offerings.
- Paid volunteer time off through Polaris Gives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
