Sr. Financial Analyst (Product Cost)

polaris; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Finance Analyst to support COGS budgeting, forecasting, and cost accounting across product lines.

You will partner with Purchasing, Engineering, and manufacturing plants to drive insights and cost improvements while contributing to process enhancements in the Product Cost organization. The role offers exposure to senior leaders, cross-functional collaboration in a matrix environment, and opportunities to influence financial planning and reporting practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Accounting or Finance, including at least 3 years in cost accounting or supply chain.
• Ability to analyze large data sets and present actionable insights to senior leaders.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• CMA or MBA preferred; experience with SAP and OneStream is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for COGS across product lines.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end cost accounting activities.
• Partner with Purchasing and Engineering to understand cost drivers and provide decision support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product costing and manufacturing.
• Develop processes and tools to analyze operating metrics affecting COGS.
• Identify improvements to Product Cost processes, budgeting, and reporting.
• Translate financial data into actionable recommendations for senior leaders.
• Support special projects and future programs.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

OneStream

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.

Position Overview

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, you will provide financial insights related to product cost. This role also advances continuous improvement within the Product Cost organization by strengthening processes, systems, budgeting, and reporting. You'll gain broad exposure to the business while helping leaders understand cost drivers and make informed decisions.

Key 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.

Desired Competencies

• Business Acumen: You understand how your work impacts financial performance, operational efficiency, and organizational goals, and you make decisions with the broader business context in mind.
• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
• Data & Analytical Literacy: You interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.

Qualifications

• 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.
• CMA or MBA preferred.
• Experience SAP and OneStream is preferred.

This position is based in Bass Creek, Minnesota, in a standard office environment.

Minimal travel may be required.

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.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $80,000 to $111,000 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.

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

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