Analyst Tax Accounting

DELTA UTILITIES SERVICES, LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

DELTA UTILITIES SERVICES, LLC in New Orleans is seeking a Tax Accounting Analyst to support the company's tax accounting and compliance processes across multiple jurisdictions. This includes preparation of tax accruals, state and local tax filings, and supporting audits. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 1–3 years of relevant experience, and skills in accounting and Excel. This role is critical in ensuring accurate tax reporting and compliance with applicable laws.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of accounting, tax, or related experience.
• Preferred: Utility or regulated industry experience.
• Preferred: Exposure to SALT taxes.
• Preferred: CPA or progress toward certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record tax accruals and supporting workpapers.
• Prepare state and local tax filings, including sales and use tax.
• Support property tax reporting and compliance activities.
• Assist with tax audits and information requests.
• Reconcile tax-related accounts and support close processes.
• Monitor deadlines and maintain compliance documentation.
• Support process improvements and internal controls.

Skills

Strong accounting and reconciliation knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical and problem‑solving ability

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Tax Accounting Analyst supports the Company’s tax accounting and compliance processes across multiple jurisdictions. This position assists with the preparation, accrual, reporting, and payment of various state and local tax obligations while ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulatory requirements.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and record tax accruals and supporting workpapers.
• Prepare state and local tax filings, including sales and use tax.
• Support property tax reporting and compliance activities.
• Assist with tax audits and information requests.
• Reconcile tax-related accounts and support close processes.
• Monitor deadlines and maintain compliance documentation.
• Support process improvements and internal controls. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Minimum experience required of the position:

• 1–3+ years of accounting, tax, or related experience.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position:

• Strong accounting and reconciliation knowledge
• Advanced Excel skills
• Analytical and problem‑solving ability
• ERP experience
• Preferred:
  • Utility or regulated industry experience
  • Exposure to SALT taxes
  • ERP experience

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position:

• CPA or progress toward certification, preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 10 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.
• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.
• Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.

ABOUT DELTA UTILITIES

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas services across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities. Delta Utilities is a $1.7 billion organization that represents 600,000 customers and is among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States.

Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and acquired Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in July 2025.

Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.

EEO STATEMENT

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal‑opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.