Accounting Consultant
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$ 82800 - 117600
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Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow A position at Xcel Energy could be just what youre looking for.
Position Summary
Assumes a lead role responsible for the accurate and timely analysis and reporting of various business cycles. Interprets and applies results given through internal and external reports and tax filings. Determines and leads appropriate actions as needed. Ensures adherence to general accounting financial and tax rules SEC and FERC rules and state jurisdictional rules as needed. Reviews agreements and orders prior to acceptance to identify impacts. Uses a thorough understanding of the business to provide consultation to others on processes needed to ensure proper financial and accounting controls exist. Provides work instruction to others.
Essential Responsibilities
- Responsible accuracy and completion of the monthend quarterend and yearend accounting and/or other business close cycles. Produces and/or distributes internal and external reports and tax filings.
- Frequently leads complex projects and the implementation of problem resolutions and process improvements.
- Maintenance of standard recurring journal entries. Prepare and review monthend account reconciliations accurately and timely.
- Consults with process owners and process users to ensure there are adequate internal financial and accounting processes in place.
- Identifies and coordinates data and systems improvements. Works closely with I/T on problem resolutions enhancements testing and data verification. May provide user sign off on I/T projects.
- Trains coworkers and new employees. Fills leadership roles as needed for special projects and providing work instructions to others. Stays abreast of current developments.
- Point of contact and subject matter expertise for specific internal and external customers.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related business degree required
- Minimum of 6 years experience in general financial accounting and reporting or tax experience. Note: Candidates with a Masters Degree or certification such as CPA CMA CFA etc. or investment banking or public accounting background may be granted years of experience to reach the 6year minimum.
- In depth knowledge of GAAP SEC FERC and various other regulatory or tax rules and principles.
- Advanced skills with Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to a variety of audiences and analyze complex business scenarios.
- Experience with project roles essential.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energyrelated products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If youre ready to be a part of something big we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at .
NonBargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $82800.00 to $117600.00 per yearThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program Medical/Pharmacy Plan Dental Vision Life Insurance Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Health Care Reimbursement Account Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan) LimitedPurpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA) Transportation Reimbursement Account Shortterm disability (STD) Longterm disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Tuition reimbursement Transit programs Employee recognition program Pension 401(k) plan Paid time off (PTO) Holidays Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) Parental LeaveBenefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.
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Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
