Finance Leadership Development Program Associate

Polaris Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Profit-sharing bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in the United States is offering a Finance Leadership Development Program Associate role. This three-year program provides planned rotations across FP&A, Controllership, Treasury, Internal Audit, and Digital/IT to accelerate leadership and finance skills.

Upon completion, participants transition into full-time finance roles. Salary ranges from $68,000 to $72,500 per year, with relocation assistance and extensive benefits described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting with graduation date between August 2026 and May 2027.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• Must be a U.S. person (citizen, national, permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) and not require sponsorship.
• Must be willing to travel and relocate between sites for rotations.
• Must have reliable transportation for daily commuting to and from the office.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint.
• Active leadership experience in student organizations and/or work experiences with intent to grow leadership.
• Strong abilities in analysis, creative problem-solving, communication, interpersonal relationships, self-motivation, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Accelerate your career through three years of rigorous business rotations within Polaris Finance.
• Rotate through Commercial, Operations, and Enterprise functions to gain broad exposure.
• Move into a full-time Finance-related position after program completion based on business needs and performance.

Skills

Leadership experience

MS Office proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Finance Leadership Development Program Associate

Aug 22, 2026

$68,000 - $72,500/year

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.

Finance Leadership Development Program Associate

Leadership Development Program Overview

The Polaris FinanceLeadershipDevelopment Program (FLDP) offers you the unique opportunity to accelerate your career development, business knowledge, and leadership skills throughthree yearsofrigorous business rotations within the Finance department.

Through your business rotations, you will be given challenging assignments to accelerate your career development for future positions of significant responsibility. The variety of work gives you an introduction to what working at Polaris is all about and helps you decide where you can best apply your interests to meet the company's needs. During this program, you will alsoestablishmentor relationships with our business leadership that will continue throughout your career with Polaris. Polaris provides the resources, support, and environment you need to achieveboth personal and professional success in this role.

Program Length: 3Years
Rotation Length: 1Year(3X)
PlacementLocations could Include :Plymouth, MN; Medina, MN; Huntsville, AL; Elkhart, IN; and/or Wyoming, MN.

Areasyou’llgain exposure to in your rotationsinclude:

Commercial(FP&A or Controllership role for one of our business units or functions)

Operations (Engineering, Sourcing, Operations FP&A, or Manufacturing)

Enterprise(Treasury, Internal Audit, Corporate FP&A, Strategic Capital, Digital and ITor Financial Services)

Upon completion of the Development Program, youwilltransition into a full-timeFinance-related position within the business, contingent on business needs and the skills and experience youdemonstrateduring the program.

Program Advantages: As a Polaris employee, you will enjoy specific benefits beyond rotational experiences, including:

Mentorship: you will build meaningful relationships with leaders at various levels of the organization for ongoing mentorship.

Development: a blend of structured and self-guided learning opportunities provided throughout the programthat are intended to build leadership skills.

Networking: intentional time with peers and leaders at Polaris to build your professional network.

Early Talent Summit Week :youparticipatein our 3-day event in our Wyoming, MN office. This immersive experience brings together all US interns and DPs for professional development, structured networking, a DP graduation event, inspiring executive speakers, and a thrilling team ride on some of your favorite Polaris vehicles.

Community Engagement : opportunity to get involved in your local community.

End of Rotation/Program Presentations :presentto our senior level leaders toshowcaseyour career aspirations and recap your internship experience.

Polaris Benefit Highlights:

A generous401Kemployeecontribution matching program.

Pay for Performance Company which uniquely allows employees to receive Annual Profit-Sharing bonuses based upon the performance of the employee.

Tuition Reimbursement program to support employees who want to further their education.

The Selection Process:

Applications are accepted from August-November. Selected candidates will complete a phone screen followed by a business screen and a virtualpanelinterview with HR and business leaders. Uponacceptance, theEarly Talent team will provide monthly communications including instructions on completing a Brand Slide, which supports your first rotation placement based on business needs, development areas, skills, and individual career aspirations. Placements arefinalizedin late October for January start dates and inmid‑Aprilfor June start dates. Your start with Polaris is based on graduation date, with roles beginning in either January or June.

DP Relocation Assistance:

Polaris offers a relocation program through our mobility vendor for employees who qualify.Benefits include a lump sum payment, self-haul moving package, lease cancellation/duplicate housing reimbursement, and access to a relocation counselor.The counselor will explain available resources andassistin securing short-term housing.You willbe responsible fordaily transportation to and from the office.

Required Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree infinite finance or accounting, or other related fieldwith a graduation date between August 2026 and May 2027.

Minimumoverall GPA of 3.0

Must be able to commit to working 40 hours per week starting on one of the following dates:

January 11th, 2027.

Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.

Must be willing to travel andrelocatebetween sites for your rotations, as well as be mobile beyond the rotational program to support your career development.

Must have reliable transportation for daily commuting to and from the office.

Proficiencyin Microsoft Office software: Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint.

Active leadership experience in student organizations and/or work experiences with interest to continue to grow your leadership skills.

Demonstrated strengths in analysis, creative problem-solving, communication, interpersonal relationships, self-motivation, and leadership.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $68,000 to $72,500 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.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

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 generousmatching 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

Polaris Inc. is a leading powersports manufacturer known for innovative outdoor vehicles and experiences, inspiring adventure since 1954.

Manufacturing

Company size 10,001+ employees

Company type Public company Founded 1954

Total funding $850M Post IPO Debt

Momentum

Team growth

3% in 12 mo

What it’s like inside

3.7

0 reviews

71% would recommend

Culture & values

Culture & values 3.9

Work-life balance

Work-life balance 3.6

Career opportunities

Career opportunities 3.6

Compensation & benefits

Compensation & benefits 3.8

Funding history

Funding history

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