May 10, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Financial Consultant (Utility Accounting)

Organization:
Xcel Energy, Inc.
Region:
Canada, Colorado, Denver
End of contest:
May 25, 2024
Type:
Full time
Category:
Accounting/finance
Description
Financial Consultant (Utility Accounting) -Denver, CO

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 you're looking for.

Position Summary

Assumes a lead role and is 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. Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of financial, accounting, tax and ratemaking principles, practices and procedures. 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. Possesses a thorough understanding of the business. Consults others on processes needed to ensure proper financial and accounting controls exist. Frequently assigned to the lead role for unusual and complex assignments. Provides work instruction to others. Provides consulting on specific topics both within the organization and business areas.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the month-end, quarter-end and year-end accounting and/or other business close cycles. Produces and/or distributes internal and external reports and tax filings. Takes responsibility for accuracy of information.

  • Frequently leads complex projects, and the implementation of problem resolutions and process improvements from a broad spectrum.

  • Prepares filings, testimony and defense of company positions, on legal and regulatory matters.

  • Consults 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.

  • Involved in the training of co-workers, subordinates, and new employees. Fills leadership roles as needed for special projects and providing work instructions to others. Stays abreast of current developments.

  • Assigned point of contact for specific internal and external customers or to provide subject expertise.


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related business degree required, advanced degree desirable.

  • Requires at least 5 years general financial accounting and reporting or tax experience.

  • In depth knowledge of GAAP, SEC, FERC and various other regulatory or tax rules.

  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to a variety of audiences and analyze complex business scenarios.

  • Experience with project roles essential. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to use MS office applications.

Preferred Requirements

  • CPA, CMA, IA or other applicable certifications desirable

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Contact

Xcel Energy, Inc.

414 Nicollet Mall

Minneapolis

Minnesota United States

www.xcelenergy.com