Senior Tax Analyst
Nrg Energy
Prepare and file federal, state, and international tax returns and provisions.
9 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Princeton, NJ
Hybrid
Company Size
15,637 Employees
Service Specialisms
Operations & Maintenance
Turbine Services
Gas Turbine Parts Supply
Rotor Life Management
Major Maintenance Services
Outage Planning
Project Management
Supply Chain Management
Sector Specialisms
Power
Natural Gas
Load Management
Sustainability
Renewables
Energy Services
Distributed Generation
Commercial Operations
Role
What you would be doing
tax returns
tax provision
book‑to‑tax
apportionment
tax forecast
audit support
- Assist with preparation of NRG federal income tax returns, state corporate income and franchise tax returns, international tax forms
- Support and implement process and technology improvement initiatives
- Perform special projects and ad hoc analysis as requested
- Assist with preparation of NRG annual and /or quarterly US income tax provision and tax basis balance sheet
- Proactively develops and implements improved processes to minimize income tax risk and enhance internal controls
- Calculate book-to-tax adjustments for the tax provision and reconcile related deferred tax balances for temporary differences
- Assists internal and external auditors with information requests and explanations as needed
- Preparation of apportionment methods and data for state filings and calculation of proper tax base for state franchise taxes
- Calculation of estimated payments and filings, taxable income forecasts, tax allocation schedules and research of federal, state and international tax issues
- Draft responses to state tax inquiries; draft responses to Notices of Proposed Adjustments
- Analysis of changes to federal, state and international tax laws
- Analyzing & maintaining tax accounts, balances and related reconciliations
What you bring
cpa
excel
onesource
oracle hfm
asc740
corporate tax
- Communicates with clarity, both orally and in writing
- Strong team player who is able to partner with others in a team-oriented environment within and outside of Tax function
- Master’s in Tax and/or CPA preferred
- Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline required
- Organized and flexible - ability to manage multiple projects/assignments, while meeting deadlines
- Advanced Excel skills required (pivot tables, vlookup, hlookup formulas, etc.)
- Working knowledge of ASC 740 (SFAS109, FIN18, FIN48) and SOX404
- Minimum 4 years of corporate income tax experience in public accounting and/or corporate tax department
- Degree in Information Systems and/or experience in Tax Technology is a plus
- Active learner - able to enhance personal, professional and business growth through new knowledge and experiences; promotes learning from industry best practices
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
- Knowledge of Oracle HFM and SAP is a plus
- Significant experience with OneSource Tax Provision and OneSource Income Tax software
- Self-starter with ability to manage competing projects in time-constrained environment
- Hybrid work schedule: three days in office (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday)
- Open office environment
- Overtime required during busy seasons
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Company
Overview
2003 Emergence
Independent Company
The company emerged as an independent entity in 2003 following its bankruptcy.
5.4 GW Capacity
Planned Power Generation
Develops large-scale natural gas plants with a planned 5.4 GW combined-cycle capacity for data centers by 2029.
2006 Acquisition
Texas Genco
Milestone acquisition of Texas Genco in 2006 expanded its operational capabilities.
2009 Purchase
Reliant Energy
Acquisition of Reliant Energy in 2009 strengthened its market presence.
- Built a vast energy generation portfolio—from coal, gas, oil and nuclear plants to wind, solar farms and battery storage.
- Operates across the US and Canada under brands like Reliant, Direct Energy, Green Mountain Energy and Vivint.
- Provides electricity, energy management, HVAC and home services through cloud-based platforms and smart-home integration.
- Trades power, natural gas and environmental commodities, employing advanced analytics and financial instruments.
- Unusual fact: it spearheaded the first privately-funded EV charging network (EVgo) before spinning it off.
- Protecting People and the Environment — comprehensive training, rigorous protocols, continuous improvement
- Delivering reliable, innovative energy solutions and strong community engagement
- Upholding ethical standards, transparency in reporting, and accountability
- Investing in R&D, digital transformation, strategic partnerships to drive progress
50% Reduction
GHG Emissions Cut
The company has achieved a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from a 2014 baseline.
44% Drop
Emissions Reduced
Emissions dropped significantly from 61 MtCO₂e in 2014 to 34 MtCO₂e in 2021, representing a 44% reduction.
$900M Bond
Sustainability-linked Financing
Issued a $900 million Sustainability-Linked Bond tied to reducing emissions to 31.7 MtCO₂e by 2025.
Net-Zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Target
Aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate goals.
- SBTi‑approved, 1.5 °C‑aligned emissions targets
- Recognized by SEAL Awards for reducing GHG by 55% from 2014 baseline and expanding low‑carbon retail offerings
30% Women
Board Diversity
Ensures at least 30% of board members are women.
3-Year Cycle
Pay Equity Study
Gender and race pay equity study conducted every 3 years, ensuring equitable results after controlling for key factors.
100% Completion
Bias Training
All employees, including executives, have completed unconscious bias training.
- Evaluated and revised job postings to eliminate 4‑year degree requirements and gendered language
- Cross-functional 21-member team led by CEO delivering actionable DEI recommendations
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