Sr Financial Analyst, Business Development and Investor Relations

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: You will serve as a key member of both the Strategy and Investor Relations teams, supporting Polaris' growth initiatives through business development, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic investment activities. In this role, you will partner across finance, accounting, business functions, and external advisors to deliver financial analysis, due diligence, valuation assessments, and integration support for strategic transactions. You will also support investor relations activities by developing financial models, analyzing market and shareholder data, and preparing earnings and investor communications. Success in this role requires strong financial acumen, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly to stakeholders and senior leaders. This is a compelling opportunity to influence high-visibility strategic decisions while gaining broad exposure to corporate finance, business development, and investor relations activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support strategic business decisions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and other investments, through financial analysis, impact assessments, valuation support, and coordination of financial deliverables.

• Collaborate with business leaders, finance teams, technical accounting, and external advisors to develop financial projections, perform due diligence, and support transaction execution activities.

• Assist with the financial integration of acquired companies, including system integration, financial reporting alignment, control implementation, and policy compliance.

• Partner with equity portfolio businesses to monitor financial performance, assess financial health, and support valuation reporting activities.

• Manage business development department accounting activities, including accruals, budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing financial reporting.

• Maintain and manage investor relations financial models, including analyst consensus modeling, variance analysis, and reporting of key insights to senior leadership.

• Conduct financial and market analyses related to valuation, shareholder ownership, stock performance, analyst estimates, peer benchmarking, and other investor-focused metrics.

• Develop presentations, earnings materials, investor relations collateral, board meeting materials, and supporting financial analyses for strategic communications.

• Prepare, review, and support the production of earnings releases, investor communications, SEC-related materials, and other investor relations publications.

• Retrieve and maintain financial data from enterprise financial systems to support consistent reporting across investor relations and corporate functions.

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.

• Communication: You clearly convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences, adjusting your message to ensure understanding and alignment.

• 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 Finance or a related field required.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in finance or accounting.

• Strong understanding of financial statements, financial processes, and corporate finance principles.

• Demonstrated ability to model financial data, analyze complex financial data, ensure accuracy and completeness, and translate findings into actionable insights.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Proven experience building relationships and influencing cross-functional stakeholders within a matrixed organization.

• Strong communication, influencing, and leadership skills.

• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work.

• Some travel required.

• 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. #LI-GR1 #LI-Hybrid

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

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

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 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

EEO 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 Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: [Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov)](Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov)).