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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 you’re looking for.
This
position is posted as a hierarchy at the Accounting Analyst II or
Senior Accounting Analyst level. Successful candidate(s) will be hired
at the level that is commensurate with their skills and experience
Position Summary
Perform general
accounting processes to ensure accurate and timely accounting close
cycles and the development of subsequent internal and external
financial statements and reports, including entries, analysis and
reconciliation of accounting ledgers and other accounts and
preparation of inter-company billings, property valuations, required
regulatory reporting forms and tax filings.
Essential
Responsibilities
- Participate in and support accurate
month-end, quarter-end and year-end accounting close cycles and
development of subsequent internal and external financial statements,
required regulatory reporting forms and tax filings. May assume a lead
role, responsible for the accurate and timely analysis and reporting
of various business cycles. - Collect and analyze a variety of
complex financial data in order to perform some or all of the
following accounting processes: reconcile assigned accounts, analyze
financial data and prepare complex accounting ledger entries, prepare
reports, settle inter-company receivables and payables, and prepare
property valuations. Select methods and techniques to analyze
financial data to identify adverse trends and recommend solutions to
mitigate financial impact. - Participate in or lead special
projects as assigned. Projects may include, but are not limited to
testing system upgrades or enhancements, rate case support, conducting
financial analysis and developing ad hoc reports and process
improvement initiatives. - Provide timely and accurate
assistance and consultation to clients within supported business area,
including, but not limited to interpretation of account codes or
financial reports, providing project status reports, and work order
resolution. Prepare presentations, statistical reports, schedules and
other information on operating results for management and outside
parties. Consult with co-workers, clients and management on technical
accounting or system-related matters. - Stay current with new
or proposed local, state, federal rules and regulations and internal
and external financial reporting requirements. Uses broad
understanding of accounting and GAAP practices to resolve a wide range
of complex issues in creative ways. - May provide work
direction and training to other analysts.
Accounting
Analyst II Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting, Finance or related degree or equivalent combination of
education, training and experience. - Minimum two years general
financial accounting and reporting experience with an emphasis on
accounting issues and processes. - CPA or CMA certification
preferred. - Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office
applications required. - Demonstrated knowledge of and ability
to apply GAAP principles, knowledge of business and legal principles,
and analytical and communication skills.
Senior
Accounting Analyst Minimum Requirements
-
Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting, Finance or related business degree or an
equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. - Minimum of 4 years’ experience in general financial
accounting and reporting experience, with an emphasis on complex
accounting issues, processes, and multiple company accounting.
Note: Candidates with a Master’s 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 4-year
minimum. - Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft
Office applications. - Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to
apply GAAP. - Demonstrated knowledge of business and legal
principles, analytical and communication skills. - Knowledge of
and experience working with SAP highly desirable.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas
energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of
energy-related 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 you’re 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 .
Non-Bargaining
The
anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $60,000.00 to
$96,665.67 per year
This position may also be
eligible for the following benefits and/or pay components: Pay –
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), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible
health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term
disability (STD), Long-term 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, Personal holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) (full-time
employees only), Parental Leave
Pay and benefit packages
may vary based on position. Some employees are under collective
bargaining agreements, which determine the benefits they will receive.
If the information conflicts with the terms of the written plan
documents governing the plan, the plan document will control. Benefit
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.
Deadline to Apply: 04/09/24
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