Senior Internal Audit Lead: SoX & Controls

Polaris Inc.; Medina (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a senior Internal Audit leader to oversee enterprise-wide risks, controls, and SOX compliance.

You will lead audits, advisory projects, and mentor staff while partnering with finance, external audit, and business leaders to drive improvements. This role requires at least 5 years in internal audit or related fields, CPA/CIA preferred, travel to international locations up to 15%, and not eligible for sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in public accounting, internal audit, SOX compliance, risk management, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404, internal control over financial reporting, and the COSO Internal Control-Integrated Framework.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit principles, risk assessment practices, internal controls, SOX compliance, and business process auditing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex assignments, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality results within established timelines.
• Strong project management, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across functions, business units, and geographies.
• CPA, CIA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
• Experience with AuditBoard, data analytics, automation, or other audit technology tools preferred.
• Travel required, including international locations (15%).
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead the audit risk assessment process and support development of the annual Internal Audit plan, including operational audits, SOX compliance activities, advisory projects, and other risk-focused initiatives.
• Plan and execute operational audits, SOX compliance activities, advisory engagements, and ad hoc projects in accordance with the Internal Audit annual plan.
• Facilitate key aspects of the SOX compliance program, including annual scoping, process walkthroughs, testing, and deficiency evaluation in partnership with Internal Audit leadership.
• Evaluate business processes, internal controls, and risk mitigation practices, and provide recommendations to strengthen organizational effectiveness.
• Consult with management on planned process, system, and control changes to identify potential impacts to the internal control over financial reporting environment.
• Prepare and present audit findings, recommendations, and project results to senior leadership and support Audit Committee communications.
• Coordinate with external auditors and company management to support the effective completion of the annual integrated audit.
• Advance Internal Audit methodologies through the use of automation, data analytics, and audit technology tools, including AuditBoard.
• Build and maintain a strong understanding of Polaris' businesses, operations, systems, and functions while establishing effective relationships across the organization.
• Supervise, coach, and develop audit team members to support engagement, professional growth, and high-quality performance.

Skills

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

AuditBoard

Data analytics

Automation tools

Job description

Polaris Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a senior Internal Audit leader to oversee enterprise-wide risks, controls, and SOX compliance.

You will lead audits, advisory projects, and mentor staff while partnering with finance, external audit, and business leaders to drive improvements. This role requires at least 5 years in internal audit or related fields, CPA/CIA preferred, travel to international locations up to 15%, and not eligible for sponsorship.