Finance Leadership Development Program Associate

About the Program

The Polaris Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP) offers a unique opportunity to accelerate your career development, business knowledge, and leadership skills through three years of rigorous business rotations within the Finance department. You will engage in challenging assignments designed to prepare you for future positions of significant responsibility. Rotations provide exposure to various aspects of Polaris, helping you determine where to best apply your interests to meet the company's needs.

During the program, you will establish mentor relationships with business leadership that continue throughout your career at Polaris. The program provides resources, support, and an environment conducive to both personal and professional success.

Program Length: 3 Years
Rotation Length: 1 Year (3 rotations)
Placement Locations: Plymouth, MN; Medina, MN; Huntsville, AL; Elkhart, IN; and/or Wyoming, MN.

Areas of exposure during rotations include:

• Commercial (FP&A or Controllership role for one of our business units or functions)
• Operations (Engineering, Sourcing, Operations FP&A, or Manufacturing)
• Enterprise (Treasury, Internal Audit, Corporate FP&A, Strategic Capital, Digital and IT, or Financial Services)

Upon completion, you will transition into a full-time Finance-related position within the business, contingent on business needs and demonstrated skills and experience.

Program Advantages

• Mentorship: Build meaningful relationships with leaders at various levels for ongoing guidance.
• Development: Access a blend of structured and self-guided learning opportunities to build leadership skills.
• Networking: Intentional time with peers and leaders to build your professional network.
• Early Talent Summit Week: Participate in a 3-day immersive event in Wyoming, MN, featuring professional development, networking, executive speakers, and team rides on Polaris vehicles.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to get involved in your local community.
• End of Rotation/Program Presentations: Present to senior leaders to showcase your career aspirations and recap your experience.

Benefits

• Generous 401K employee contribution matching program.
• Annual Profit-Sharing bonuses based on company and individual performance.
• Tuition Reimbursement program for further education.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and discounted employee stock purchases.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement.
• Life insurance and disability offerings.
• Paid volunteer time off through Polaris Gives and support for community engagement via the Polaris Foundation.

Relocation Assistance

Polaris offers a relocation program through a mobility vendor for qualifying employees. Benefits include:

• Lump sum payment.
• Self-haul moving package.
• Lease cancellation/duplicate housing reimbursement.
• Access to a relocation counselor for securing short-term housing.

You will be responsible for daily transportation to and from the office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field with a graduation date between August 2026 and May 2027.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• Ability to commit to working 40 hours per week starting on January 11th, 2027, or June 14th, 2027.
• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.
• Willingness to travel and relocate between sites for rotations and beyond the program for career development.
• Reliable transportation for daily commuting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software: Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint.
• Active leadership experience in student organizations and/or work experiences, with an interest in continuing to grow leadership skills.
• Demonstrated strengths in analysis, creative problem-solving, communication, interpersonal relationships, self-motivation, and leadership.
• Strong interest in long-term career development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship or co-op experience.
• Strong interest in long-term career development.

Pay

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $68,000 to $72,500 per year. Individual salaries are determined by factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. It is not common to start at the high end of the range.

Selection Process

Applications are accepted from August to November. Selected candidates will complete a phone screen, followed by a business screen and a virtual panel interview with HR and business leaders. Placements are finalized in late October for January start dates and in mid-April for June start dates. Monthly communications from the Early Talent team will guide you through the process, including completing a Brand Slide to support your first rotation placement.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences that invite people to discover the joy of the outdoors. Founded in 1954, Polaris offers a high-quality product lineup, including the Polaris RANGER®, RZR®, and 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, serving more than 100 countries globally.