Accounting/Tax/Finance Intern

Xcel Energy; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates for a paid Accounting/Tax/Finance Intern to support the CFO Organization across Accounting, Finance, or Tax departments. This internship provides hands-on experience, exposure to senior leadership, and collaboration with internal stakeholders during the summer term.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in an accredited program with a focus on Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Data Analytics, CS or STEM fields and can commit to full-time

Qualifications

• Current student, Junior status (as of Fall 2027) or higher.
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university majoring in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Data Analytics, CS or related STEM fields.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the monthly financial process; journal entry preparation, close, budgeting/forecasting, reconciliations, etc.
• Assist with reporting (financial, regulatory, tax, FERC, SEC and/or operational)
• Review financial data to identify trends, variances, discrepancies, and business drivers
• Collaborate with teams and business partners to gather information and support data requests
• Assist audit, compliance, tax filings, transaction support and due diligence activities
• Assist and/or suggest improvements to processes, documentation through automation or knowledge sharing
• Exposure to various financial systems/tools
• Participate in/support special projects as assigned

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting

Finance

Economics

Business Administration

Data Analytics

CS or STEM majors

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Accounting/Tax/Finance Intern

Position Summary

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our CFO Organization, specifically, within our Accounting, Finance or Tax departments. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in one of our accounting, finance or tax groups 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 you've 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

• Participate in the monthly financial process; journal entry preparation, close, budgeting/forecasting, reconciliations, etc.
• Assist with reporting (financial, regulatory, tax, FERC, SEC and/or operational)
• Review financial data to identify trends, variances, discrepancies, and business drivers
• Collaborate with teams and business partners to gather information and support data requests
• Assist audit, compliance, tax filings, transaction support and due diligence activities
• Assist and/or suggest improvements to processes, documentation through automation or knowledge sharing
• Exposure to various financial systems/tools
• Participate in/support special projects as assigned

This position is for a May 24, 2027 start date. This position may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship's initial term based on the candidate's successful performance and Xcel Energy's business needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Current student, Junior status (as of Fall 2027) or higher
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Data Analytics, Computer Science or other STEM related majors
• Able to work full-time (up to 40 hours a week) during the summer and commuting to the designated location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale or higher)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical & organizational skills, attention to detail
• Curiosity and willingness to learn complex business concepts
• Interest in the energy industry

About Xcel Energy

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.

Equality & Diversity

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.

Disability Accommodation

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at [e-mail].

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $20.90 to $22.10 per hour

• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holidays

Other Policies

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.

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Application Deadline

Deadline to Apply: 10/16/26

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