Sr. ESG Reporting Analyst

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JOB SUMMARY

In this role, you will support the preparation of global regulatory filings to comply with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) related reporting requirements. This will include understanding and advising on regulatory reporting requirements and assisting with the data collection process by developing a process and control structure to govern relevant data ensuring its completeness, accuracy and auditability. In addition, this role will help support and drive continuous improvement within the ESG reporting process and partner with consultants and auditors as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtain a comprehensive understanding of the reporting requirements and underlying reporting frameworks for all applicable reporting regulations, specifically ESRS, ISSB, and TCFD.

• Assist with the regulatory filing preparation, including performing initial readiness work for all ESG reports. This will include information and data gathering, content development and external assurance.

• Collaborate closely with the ESG Controller, key internal leaders, data owners, technical functions, internal audit and external assurance providers to develop and maintain a well-controlled, standardized internal reporting process for ESG.

• Assist the organization with data gap disclosure analysis and oversee the development and implementation of remediation plans, as applicable.

• Engage with global business partners and advise on the design and implementation of process and controls to govern relevant ESG data.

• Lead efforts around ESG data management, identifying opportunities to streamline and simplify Polaris’ data structure, championing efforts to reduce waste and gain efficiencies through data optimization.

• Partner with the ESG Controller to manage the day-to-day activities supporting Polaris’ various reporting workstreams.

• Prepare timely ESG updates for various governance groups and levels of leadership.

• Serve as a key contact for the external auditors and consultants to support various ESG initiatives and related assurance requirements.

• Ensure accurate and timely reporting and disclosure of annual ESG information.

• Manage multiple and complex internal and external ESG information requests, ensuring quality of deliverables align with company standards and positions, and ensuring milestones and deadlines are met.

• Continuously work toward improving the ESG reporting processes and related internal control environment to ensure the reliability and accuracy of ESG data.

• Exhibit strong project management skills with the ability to hold oneself and others accountable to deadlines.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field.

• 3+ years of experience in audit, compliance or regulatory reporting roles, experience in corporate sustainability or related fields a plus.

• Strong understanding of PCAOB compliance standards, Sarbanes Oxley, COSO, and IT audit concepts.

Preferred

• Excellent project management skills and an ability to manage multiple complex projects and diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze complex data and translate it into actionable information and plans.
• Proven experience relationship-building and influencing cross functional teams in a matrix organization.
• Excellent influencing and leadership skills.
• Detail oriented, self-motivated with the ability to meet project deadlines and deliverables.

The pay range for Minnesota is $85,000 to $106,000 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

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This position is not eligible for sponsorship

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

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