Accounting Consultant

Xcel Energy • Minneapolis, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related business degree required
• Minimum seven years general financial accounting and reporting or tax experience.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• advanced degree desirable
• CPA, CMA, IA or other applicable certifications desirable

Responsibilities

• Responsible accuracy and completion of 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.
• Frequently leads complex projects and the implementation of problem resolutions and process improvements.
• Maintenance of standard recurring journal entries.
• Prepare and review month-end 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 co-workers 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.

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)
• 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
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior