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Principal Technical Accounting Consultant
Principal Technical Accounting ConsultantXcel Energy • Minneapolis, MN, US
Principal Technical Accounting Consultant

Principal Technical Accounting Consultant

Xcel Energy • Minneapolis, MN, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Specialized Analyst

Conducts specialized analysis and studies. Resolves technical accounting and tax issues. Possesses expert understanding of technical accounting / financial and tax principles, practices and procedures, and financial systems and processes. Ensures adherence to general accounting and tax rules, SEC rules and FERC rules as needed. Possesses a thorough understanding of the business. Frequently assigned to lead roles for unusual and complex assignments. Involved in agreement and order negotiations, including clarification of ambiguous items. Provides work instruction to others. Provides consulting on specific topics within the organization, business areas and to executive management. Assumes lead role in facilitating business close cycles. Builds and maintains relationships with customers of the organization and users of Xcel Energys financial information.

Essential Responsibilities :

  • Evaluates proposed transactions for accounting and tax implications, provides constructive analysis. Conducts research and develops strategies.
  • Prepares filings, testimony and defense of company positions, on legal and regulatory matters. May serve as a subject matter expertise or witness during proceedings.
  • Involved in the training of co-workers, subordinates, and new employees. Expected to provide supervision or function as team lead within the department.
  • Gains customer (internal and external) and executive managements confidence and builds relationships through results.
  • Uses project management skills to lead complex projects including business close cycles, and successful implementation of problem resolutions and process improvements.
  • Communicates financial results, impacts and actions required, to business areas and executive management

Minimum Requirements :

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree required
  • Minimum 8 years of general financial / accounting and reporting 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 8-year minimum.
  • In-depth knowledge of GAAP, SEC, FERC and various other regulatory rules.
  • Ability to effectively communicate to a variety of audiences and analyze more complex business scenarios.
  • Experience with leadership and project management.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office applications.
  • 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 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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

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