Accounting/Tax Intern- CO or MN - Xcel Energy
Denver, CO 80202
About the Job
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? Aposition at Xcel Energy could be just what youre looking for.
Company Overview
As a leading electric utility and natural gas delivery company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.8 million electric and 2.1 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 youre ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
Position Summary
Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our CFO Organization, specifically, within one of our Accounting or Tax departments in Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in either an accounting or tax group that supports various business units throughout the company. The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset, present to senior leadership, and collaborate with key internal stakeholders. Each intern will be relied upon to play a role in achieving department objectives and goals. The program will allow you to apply what youve learned in school and further enhance your knowledge through hands on training and provide opportunities to network and learn with other interns across the CFO organization.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Participate in the monthly financial close process including but not limited to preparing journal entries and/or completing account reconciliations
- Contribute to FERC, SEC, governmental and internal reporting
- Learn to use various accounting and budgeting systems
- Financial planning and analysis
- Assist with updates, data maintenance, and analysis
- Assist with SOX control reporting
This position will be for a May 2025 start date. These positions may have the possibility to extend beyond the internships initial term based on the candidates successful performance and Xcels business needs.
(Starting pay is based on Junior college level and will increase each additional year of college)
Minimum Requirements
- Current student, Junior status (as of May 2025) or higher
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or MIS/Computer Science/ Data Analytics
- Able to commute to the corporate office in Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO
- Able to work full-time during the summer
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Preferred Qualifications
- 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
- Completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework, including classes in Intermediate Accounting, Auditing, and/or Tax
- Experience or Proficiency with data analytics tools
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 youre 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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $20.40 to $21.60 per hour
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays
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: 10/17/24
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