Sr Accounting Analyst (Financial Reporting)

$69,700 - $99,100/Yr

Xcel Energy - Minneapolis, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Minneapolis, MN

10,001+ employees

Utilities

About the position

The Sr Accounting Analyst (Financial Reporting) at Xcel Energy is responsible for preparing periodic financial reports for the SEC and other regulatory agencies, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting processes. This role involves coordinating with internal teams and external auditors, participating in accounting close cycles, and leading special projects related to financial analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare periodic financial reports for the SEC and other regulatory agencies, including 10-K and 10-Q reporting cycles.
• Support accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting close cycles and development of financial statements.
• Collect and analyze complex financial data to perform accounting processes such as account reconciliation and ledger entries.
• Participate in or lead special projects, including system upgrades and financial analysis.
• Provide timely assistance and consultation to clients regarding financial reports and account codes.
• Stay current with new regulations and financial reporting requirements, applying GAAP practices to resolve complex issues.
• May provide work direction and training to other analysts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related business degree, or equivalent experience.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Minimum four years of financial accounting and reporting experience, focusing on complex accounting issues.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and ability to apply it effectively.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of and experience working with SAP.

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Program
• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Limited-Purpose FSA
• Transportation Reimbursement Account
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center Reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit programs
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• Parental Leave