Finance Manager (Global Channel and Product Line Sales)

September 29, 2026

About the position

In this role, you serve as the primary finance partner to Polaris’ Global Channel and Off Road Vehicle (ORV) Product Line Sales organizations, helping guide decisions that shape dealer programs, promotions, and overall business performance. You will lead core financial planning processes and provide insights that influence retail strategy, dealer profitability, and network optimization. You will collaborate closely with Sales, SIOP, and Channel leaders to assess financial outcomes and recommend actions that support profitable growth. This position offers the opportunity to influence high‑visibility initiatives and build financial tools and analytics that directly impact Polaris’ dealer network and ORV business.

Responsibilities

Lead annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and long‑range planning for operating expenses, capital, and promotion spend for the ORV business.
Serve as the primary finance partner to Selling Channels, Product Line Sales, and Service teams, delivering business planning, performance management, and ad hoc financial analysis.
Provide strategic financial guidance to support ORV promotions strategy, partnering with Sales and SIOP to drive retail growth, market share, and gross profit.
Lead quarterly analysis of the promotions balance sheet reserve, developing data‑driven analytics that improve forecasting accuracy, visibility, and automation.
Facilitate monthly financial reviews to reconcile results, identify trends, and recommend actions to meet business commitments.
Provide financial leadership and analytical support for strategic dealer incentive programs, including the Polaris Northstar Dealer Program and Polaris Certified Service.
Build financial models and tools that enhance dealer profitability insights and support new strategic priorities related to dealer operations.
Partner with the Global Channel team to evaluate business cases related to dealer network optimization, including buy/sell activity and strategic realignments.
Develop, train, and mentor interns, associates, and analysts to strengthen analytical capabilities and business partnership skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
Minimum 7 years of experience in finance or accounting roles of increasing responsibility.
Experience with financial systems tools such as Power BI, OneStream, or Alteryx required.
Experience coordinating large financial processes such as divisional or corporate budgets and forecasts.
Ability to analyze complex data and translate findings into actionable insights and plans.
Experience leading or supporting monthly financial close and preparing reporting packages for senior leadership.
Strong influencing, communication, and relationship‑building skills within a matrixed environment.

Nice-to-haves

Advanced degree desired.
Public Accounting experience strongly preferred.
Automotive and or powersports industry experience preferred.
Experience with dealership promotion finance is a plus.

Benefits

competitive compensation
market-leading profit-sharing plan
company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
discounted employee stock purchases plan
generous matching contribution to 401(k)
financial wellness education and consultation
health, dental, and vision insurance
wellness programs
paid time off
gym & personal training reimbursement
life insurance
disability offerings
Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off

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