Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst

About the role

As a member of the external reporting team, you will primarily support the preparation of SEC filings and provide technical accounting support across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare external reports (10-K, 10-Q, 11-K, 8-K, S-D) in compliance with SEC requirements.
• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, IR, Tax, Treasury, IA, and other teams to gather and validate reporting data.
• Support preparation and review of quarterly earnings materials with Investor Relations.
• Maintain and execute internal controls over financial reporting.
• Aid in external audit coordination, including quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Assist with enhancements to financial systems to improve reporting accuracy and compliance.

Technical Accounting & Policy

• Provide guidance on U.S. GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements (SEC, FASB).
• Research, document, and support accounting for complex transactions.
• Monitor new accounting standards, assess impact, and assist with implementation.
• Develop and maintain company-wide accounting policies and procedures.

ESG Reporting

• Assist with ESG regulatory filings, including data collection, content development, and assurance support.
• Partner with ESG leadership and stakeholders to establish and standardize reporting processes and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Active CPA certification required (or actively pursuing).
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience required, with public accounting and/or SEC reporting experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial accounting concepts; familiarity with ESG or sustainability reporting frameworks is a plus.
• Understanding of PCAOB standards, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COSO frameworks, and internal control concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams; experience with XBRL and SEC EDGAR filing systems is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain attention to detail, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across a matrixed organization.

Desired Competencies

• Technical / Functional Expertise.
• Communication.
• Critical Thinking.

Pay

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.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and discounted employee stock purchase plan.
• 401(k) matching contribution.
• Financial wellness education and consultation.
• Comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings.
• Polaris Foundation and Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off.