Sr. IT Internal Auditor

About the role

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.

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.

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%.

Desired Competencies

• Critical Thinking: Analyze information objectively, evaluate options, and apply sound judgment to solve problems and make informed decisions.
• Data & Analytical Literacy: Interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.

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.

About Polaris

Polaris is the global leader in powersports, pioneering product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that invite people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' product line includes 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. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.

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).