Manager, General Accounting

Xcel Energy

. Provide overall management and direction for accounting and financial reporting, with primary focus on internal accounting operations .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $112,000 - $159,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting and financial reporting, with a strong focus on compliance with GAAP and FERC regulatory requirements. Proven ability to lead teams, manage financial operations, and provide strategic analysis to support organizational goals.

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Accounting ManagementFinancial ReportingGAAP KnowledgeFERC Regulatory ComplianceStaff Supervision

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisBudgetingGeneral Ledger SystemMonth-End Account ReconciliationAccounting Policies DevelopmentSarbanes-Oxley Controls TestingExternal Financial ReportingJournal Entries PreparationRegulatory Ledger ManagementStrategic Planning

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam Motivation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteComputer Financial Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingMBA PreferredCPA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Accounting PrinciplesFinancial GoalsInternal AuditExternal AuditRegulatory Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide overall management and direction for accounting and financial reporting, with primary focus on internal accounting operations
Lead interpretation of accounting information from the Natural Chart of Accounts to FERC's Uniform System of Accounts
Lead personnel in understanding and complying with processes supporting company financial goals and objectives
Ensure timely and accurate monthly accounting close using the General Ledger system
Confirm appropriate pass-through to the regulatory ledger
Oversee development, refinement, and oversight of accounting policies, procedures, and standards
Provide proactive analysis and support to Operations and Finance
Develop and maintain relationships with Operations and Finance
Direct staff in preparing mandatory external financial reports for FERC, state regulators, shareholders, and others
Ensure compliance with reporting and accounting requirements
Support external auditors
Provide education, training, and support on accounting policies
Coordinate implementation of new accounting requirements
Develop and maintain standard recurring journal entries
Prepare and review timely, accurate month-end account reconciliations
Attract, recruit, and retain highly trained and motivated staff
Establish and communicate clear performance expectations
Maintain documentation and perform testing of Sarbanes-Oxley controls
Coordinate internal and external audit activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent
Minimum five years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and business and strategic planning
Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Demonstrated knowledge of FERC regulatory accounting requirements
Ability to effectively use computer financial systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work extended hours
Oral and written communication skills
MBA and/or CPA preferred
Supervisory experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to motivate others and promote a team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive Program
Medical/Pharmacy Plan
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Health Care Flexible Spending 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
Hybrid work model supporting collaboration and flexibility
Opportunities to grow and expand skills
Reasonable accommodations throughout the application process