Sr. IT Internal Auditor

Polaris Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a Senior IT Internal Auditor to lead and execute IT audit projects across the organization. In this role, you will collaborate with various stakeholders, analyze IT systems, and manage compliance initiatives related to SOX and cybersecurity.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management Information Systems, alongside a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. This position will require up to 10% travel, including international locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in finance, accounting, IT compliance, or audit.
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and audit methodologies.
• Experience with internal controls and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute IT audit and advisory projects throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Analyze complex processes and systems to identify gaps or risks.
• Engage with stakeholders to assess the impact of changes across the organization.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Data & Analytical Literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management Information Systems

Tools

SAP S/4 HANA

Alteryx

Snowflake

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Position Overview

You will serve as a Senior IT Internal Auditor within the Internal Audit function, leading and executing audit and advisory projects focused on IT systems, controls, and risk management. You will manage engagements across the full audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, issue identification, and reporting, while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization. This role provides exposure to a wide range of initiatives such as SOX compliance, cybersecurity, ERP implementations, and enterprise risk assessments. You will partner with business and IT leaders to evaluate risks, improve processes, and strengthen controls across multiple systems and functions. This is a compelling opportunity to gain enterprise-wide visibility and influence key decisions through impactful audit insights and recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute IT audit and advisory projects across the full audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, issue identification, reporting, and follow-up on management action plans.
• Define audit scope and objectives, assess risks, and evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls, including SOX, cybersecurity, compliance, and ERP‑related controls.
• Analyze complex processes and systems, identify gaps or risks, and develop practical, well‑supported recommendations for improvement.
• Engage with business and IT stakeholders at all levels to assess the impact of process and system changes across the organization.
• Summarize and present audit results to Internal Audit leadership and support presentations to business partners and senior leadership.
• Perform data analytics by extracting, transforming, and analyzing data to identify trends, risks, and control effectiveness.
• Contribute to enterprise risk assessments and support the development of the annual internal audit plan.
• Benchmark company practices against industry peers and provide recommendations to enhance accounting, IT, and risk management processes.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit function to enhance efficiency, quality, and effectiveness of audit processes.
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, management, and external audit partners.

Desired Competencies

• Critical Thinking: analyze information objectively, evaluate options, and apply sound judgment to solve problems and make informed decisions.
• Collaboration: work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
• Data & Analytical Literacy: interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in finance, accounting, IT compliance, or audit.
• Experience with internal controls, ITGCs, risk management, compliance, or internal audit practices.
• Knowledge of Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) requirements and audit methodologies.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems such as SAP S/4 HANA, AS/400, or OneStream.
• Experience working with data analytics and reporting tools such as Alteryx, Snowflake, SQL, or Power BI.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present to and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new systems, processes, and business environments.

Travel required, including international locations, up to 10%. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 [e-mail]. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).