Sr Property and Sales Tax Analyst

Xcel Energy Services Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Limited-Purpose FSA

Transportation Reimbursement Account

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Transit programs

Employee recognition program

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

Parental Leave

Job summary

Xcel Energy, Minneapolis, MN, seeks a Sr Property and Sales Tax Analyst to perform property and sales/use tax reporting, planning, and research using data analytics and technology. You will develop state/local tax strategies and implement regulatory changes.

This role emphasizes compliance, forecasting, and process improvement within a SOX/GAAP framework, with strong emphasis on data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, MIS, data science or related field.
• Four years of analyst experience.
• Proficient with database, analytical, and reporting tools.
• Demonstrated communication, relationship, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Property and Sales/Use Tax Compliance - file and review tax filings and reconcile tax bills.
• Data Analysis and Technology - identify enhancements for tax reporting systems.
• Implement Tax statutes and conduct transaction research to confirm taxability decisions.
• Accounting and Forecasting - assist GAAP/SOX compliant forecasting and process improvements.
• Tax Audits - lead or assist audits and negotiate resolutions.
• Assist in planning and research projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, MIS, data science or related

Tools

Database tools

Reporting tools

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.

Sr Property and Sales Tax Analyst

Position Summary

Perform property and sales/use tax reporting, analysis, and accounting by leveraging data analytics and technology resources. Perform property and sales/use tax planning and research, participates in the development of state and local tax legislation and the implementation of regulatory changes.

Essential Responsibilities

• Property and Sales/Use Tax Compliance - Complete and/or review the accurate and timely filing of all property and sales/use tax filings per statutory requirements. Prepare and/or review tax payments and reconciliation of tax bills and GL accounts.
• Data Analysis and Technology - Participates in identifying and analyzing development and enhancement opportunities for corporate systems used to meet sales/use and property tax reporting requirements. Gather and process data from external sources required to meet statutory and analytical reporting needs of the property tax reporting system.
• Implement Technical Amendments and Conduct Transaction Research - Implement tax statutes, regulations and rules to ensure conformity with these authorities. Perform research on existing transactions to confirm taxability decision.
• Accounting and Forecasting - Complete and/or review accounting and forecasting related to property and sales/use taxes in compliance with GAAP, regulatory, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Provide proactive process improvement recommendations and assist in implementing the accepted solutions.
• Tax Audits - Lead and/or assist in administration of audits, leveraging data analysis and technology resources as appropriate; negotiate resolution of issues.
• Assist in planning and research projects and all other duties as apparent or as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, management information systems, data science or related discipline.
• Four years of analyst experience.
• Proficient at database and analytical and reporting tools.
• Demonstrated communication, relationship, and analytical skills.

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting, budgeting, billing and purchasing procedures and systems preferred.
• Demonstrated detailed knowledge of property and sales/use tax policy and procedures of taxing jurisdictions preferred.

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 [e-mail].

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $73,700.00 to $104,633.00 per year

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.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 09/23/26

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