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.
This position is posted as a hierarchy at the Senior Financial Analyst or Financial Consultant level. Successful candidate(s) will be hired at the level that is commensurate with their skills and experience
Position Summary
Responsible for providing the strategic counsel, expertise, vision and leadership for identifying, evaluating, implementing and integrating appropriate financial strategies. Develop unique methods, techniques, evaluation criteria and solutions for obtaining financial results for extremely complex problems with intangible variance factors. Provide financial direction to ensure future needs are met. Leads complex financial evaluations and analysis, manages projects and develops business solutions. Takes a leadership role in directing and providing expert consultation to Financial Analysts.
Essential Responsibilities
- Responsible for providing the strategic counsel, expertise, vision and leadership for identifying, evaluating, implementing and integrating appropriate financial strategies. Oversee the gathering, analysis, preparation and summary of present and future financial budget trends and performance. Responsible for presentations to Business Area leaders and works closely with senior leadership to ensure they are effectively utilizing existing financial strategies. From a financial perspective, perform complex, confidential studies and analysis.
- Develops and implements unique solutions to complex problems with intangible variance factors, exercises independent judgment in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criterion including interpreting accounting guidance to challenge and obtain the proper financial results.
- Coordinate the financial analysis and support to management for the annual budget process, as well as modeling, analysis and financial support for current year and five year forecasting.
- Leads complex projects and financial evaluations. Implements process improvements and business solutions.
- Takes a leadership role in directing and providing guidance to and reviewing the work of Financial Analysts. Effectively manage change and assist others in managing change.
Senior Financial Analyst Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related business degree or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
- Minimum of 4 years' experience in general financial accounting or analysis. 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.
- Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office applications required.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
- Demonstrated skills in analysis, problem solving, customer service, and relationship building desired
Salary Range: $69,700 to $99,100
Financial Consultant Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
- MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years’ experience in general financial accounting, reporting or analysis. 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 skills in analysis, financial and economic modeling, financial process controls and problem solving.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team and to interface with all levels of management.
Salary Range: $81,000 to $115,867
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at [email protected].
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $69,700.00 to $115,866.66 per year
This position is eligible for the following 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
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
Deadline to Apply: 12/03/24
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What We Do
Xcel Energy is engaged in the generation, purchase, transmission, distribution, and sale of electricity.
As a leading electric and natural gas energy company, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity customers and 1.9 million natural gas customers across our eight states: Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas and Wisconsin.
Our workforce of more than 12,000 is rising to the challenge of a dynamic, constantly-changing utility industry. One that requires us to be even more customer focused, forward thinking and productive while remaining committed to meeting our customers’ fundamental need for safe, reliable, affordable energy.
With nearly 50% of our workforce eligible to retire in the next five years, there’s never been a better time to come on board. Do you have a passion for renewable energy, like wind or solar? Or care about giving back to the community? You’ll be in a position to directly impact our energy future.
At Xcel Energy, you’ll be challenged, respected and rewarded. You’ll find an ethical team committed to excellence, safety and environmental stewardship. A dynamic company where you’ll have meaningful work that makes a difference.
