Accounting Consultant

Xcel Energy•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

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 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; advanced degree desirable.
CPA, CMA, IA or other applicable certifications desirable.
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in general financial accounting and reporting or tax experience.
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 6-year minimum.
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.

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.