Provides energy services across multiple states, focusing on clean, reliable, and affordable solutions.
Prepare corporate tax returns, accruals, and compliance for Xcel Energy
10 days ago ago
$62,500 - $102,100
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
Office Full-Time
Company Size
14,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Technical Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Utilities
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Government
Role
Description
tax policy
regulatory reporting
tax accrual
regulatory compliance
tax research
tax returns
Assists in implementing Company tax policies in order to maintain compliance with governmental regulatory agencies. Assist in the annual preparation of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Form 1 and Uniform Statistical Report.
Participates in the determination of the monthly tax accruals and disclosures to ensure compliance with IRS, GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley and regulatory income tax accounting and public utility normalization requirements. The timeliness and accuracy of the monthly tax accrual is critical to the company's earnings determination process.
Keeps abreast of current changes in tax laws, regulations, and rulings by ongoing reading and research to accurately prepare federal and state income tax returns.
Participates in the preparation of all required federal consolidated and state income tax returns and claims for refund to ensure accurate and timely filing and minimization of tax liability.
Requirements
excel
tax returns
bachelors
master's
cpa
communication
Ability to effectively use Excel spreadsheets and word processing software.
Appropriate experience would include: Current and deferred income tax accruals and financial statement presentation. Consolidated federal and unitary state tax return preparation. Estimated federal and state income tax payment calculations. Income tax research and analysis with references to authoritative tax literature.
Bachelors degree in accounting.
Large advisory, accounting firm, or other relevant experience.
Degree in business, finance or accounting or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated communication and relationship skills.
Two years' experience in income tax compliance and accounting. Appropriate experience would include: Consolidated federal and unitary state tax return preparation; Estimated federal and state income tax payment calculations; Monthly tax accruals/financial statement presentation; Income tax research and analysis, with references to authoritative tax literature.
Four years' experience in income tax compliance and accounting. 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 4-year minimum.
Master's Degree (i.e. Master of Business Taxation) or equivalent license or certification (i.e. CPA).
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Company
Overview
1909
Year Established
The company has a history spanning over a century, demonstrating its long-standing presence in the energy sector.
hidden炳 Renewable energy solutions, including wind and solar power.
hidden炳 Reducing carbon emissions and increasing clean energy generation.
hidden炳 Large-scale renewable projects like the Rush Creek Wind Project in Colorado.
hidden炳 Service offerings cover residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs with an emphasis on sustainability.
hidden炳 Leader in energy efficiency programs, helping customers reduce consumption and costs.
hidden炳 Innovates in the energy sector, balancing economic and environmental goals.
Culture + Values
90% Reduction
CO2 Emissions
Achieved a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions through sustainable practices and energy efficiency initiatives.
20 Hours
Employee Training
Provides employees with 20 hours of annual training focused on professional development and personal growth opportunities.
Fosters a culture of innovation and creativity.
Encourages open communication and collaboration.
Values diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
Supports community engagement and corporate social responsibility.
Environment + Sustainability
57% reduction
Carbon emissions from electricity
Achieved a 57% reduction in carbon emissions from 2005 levels as of early 2025.
1.5 million EVs
Electric vehicles enabled by 2030
Plans to enable 1.5 million electric vehicles by 2030 as part of broader sustainability goals.
$45 billion investment
In renewable energy projects
Investing $45 billion in generation, transmission, and other clean energy projects over five years (2024–2029).
54% carbon-free energy
In 2023
Achieved a 54% share of carbon-free energy in 2023, contributing to long-term sustainability goals.
Plans for zero-carbon fleet and enhanced EV charging infrastructure by 2030/2035 include enabling 1.5 million electric vehicles and achieving $1/gallon equivalent fuel savings for customers.
Investing in 4,000 MW+ of new wind and solar capacity by 2032, with all coal plants retiring by 2030 and nuclear energy extended until 2040.
Developing battery storage technologies, such as a 10 MW iron-air battery, and piloting innovative solutions like hydrogen, RNG, heat pumps, and smart water heaters.
Built a network of ~750 high-speed public EV charging stations in Minnesota and Wisconsin by 2026, alongside a home charger installation program to support widespread EV adoption.