Property and Sales Tax Analyst II or Senior

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.

This position is posted as a hierarchy at the Property and Sales Tax Analyst II or Senior Property and Sales Tax Analyst level. Successful candidate(s) will be hired at the level that is commensurate with their skills and experience.

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.

- 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.

Property and Sales Tax Analyst II Minimum Requirements

- Degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, management information systems, data science, or related discipline.

- Two years of analyst experience.

- Ability to effectively use Excel spreadsheets and word processing software.

- Knowledge of tax software and related systems preferred (Billing, Supply Chain, General Ledger).

- Demonstrated communication, relationship, and analytical skills.

- Experience with sales/use and property tax research and analysis preferred.

- Public Accounting experience preferred.

Salary Range: $62,500-$88,766

Senior Property and Sales Tax Analyst Minimum Requirements

- Degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, management information systems, data science or related discipline.

- 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.

- Four years of analyst experience. Note: Candidates with a Master's Degree or certification such as CPA, CMA, CFA, etc or investment banking or public accounting background may be granted years of experience to reach the 4-year minimum

- Proficient at database and analytical and reporting tools.

- Demonstrated communication, relationship, and analytical skills.

Salary Range: $71,900-$102,100

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.

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-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $62,500.00 to $102,100.00 per yearThis position is eligible for the following 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 10/29/25

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