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[Apply on Xcel Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/manager-general-accounting/job/93B9D7B2C68C08058D6F1A920A057FC6) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Xcel Energy](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/) / Manager, General Accounting ## Job description Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy. Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best. Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs. ### Position Summary Provide overall management and direction in the areas of accounting and financial reporting (internal and external), with primary focus on internal accounting operations. Provide leadership in the interpretation of accounting information from the Natural Chart of Accounts to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commissions' Uniform System of Accounts. Lead Company personnel in understanding and complying with the processes, which facilitate the achievement of company financial goals and objectives. ### Essential Responsibilities Ensure the timely and accurate accounting close each month using the General Ledger system and confirming 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. Assist and direct staff in preparation of various mandatory external financial reports of the Company to FERC, state regulators and shareholders and others. Ensure compliance with various reporting and accounting requirements for such reports. Provide support to external auditors as necessary. Provide education, training, and support to business area related to accounting policies. Ensure pertinent accounting policies and procedures are implemented and applied. Coordinate the implementation of new accounting requirements. Development and maintenance of standard recurring journal entries. Prepare and review month-end account reconciliations accurately and timely. 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. ### Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent. MBA and/or CPA preferred. Minimum five years of experience in various job-related areas such as accounting, financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and business and strategic planning. Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and FERC regulatory accounting requirements. This position requires the ability to effectively use computer financial systems, Microsoft Office Suite, demonstrated planning, analytical, problem solving skills and ability to work extended hours. Oral and written communication skills are critical. Supervisory experience is preferred. Demonstrated ability to motivate others and promote a team environment. Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together. Our Values Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe Our Employee Commitments Work that makes a difference A team you can count of Opportunities to grow Rewards that help you thrive Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form. Non-Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $112,000.00 to $159,400.00 per year This position is eligible for the following benefits: 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 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 10/30/26 EEO is the Law (PDF) | Equal Opportunity Statement (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF) All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility. Accessibility Statement Xcel Energy endeavors to make [https://www.xcelenergy.com](https://www.xcelenergy.com) and [https://jobs.xcelenergy.com](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com) accessible to any and all users. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 25, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 1, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States of America +1 more - Work arrangement: Hybrid - Pay: $112,000.00 to $159,400.00 per year[Apply on Xcel Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/manager-general-accounting/job/93B9D7B2C68C08058D6F1A920A057FC6) ## Hiring at Xcel Energy - Open jobs: 125 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 11, 2026 [All Xcel Energy jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Xcel Energy ### [Mgr, Strategic Supply Chain Sourcing](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/b8eef3f998541b118479/) Minneapolis, MN, United States of America +1 more ### [Principal Category Manager - Construction Services](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/7ad28b81a74216d75706/) Minneapolis, MN, United States of America +1 more ### [Senior Manager, IT Architecture](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/168027f43a3adf35a435/) Minneapolis, MN, United States of America +1 more ### [Accounting Analyst II OR Sr Accounting Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/83b85546ac40bc24b179/) Minneapolis, MN, United States of America ### [Accounting Consultant OR Principal Technical Accounting Consultant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/350832e860f3e9f5ee94/) Minneapolis, MN, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Sr Specialist, General Accounting (Lab)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/davita/jobs/717926fd23719eebcfd8/) DaVita · Deland, FL ### [Accounting Manager, General Ledger Close, Finance Operations Accounting & Analysis (FOAA)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/amazon/jobs/0f4894c28688e672e59e/) Amazon · US, WA, Seattle ### [Senior Accountant, General Accounting](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/munich-re/jobs/6a31e844c41b5e3bff26/) Munich Re · Atlanta, GA, US, USA ### [Senior Accountant, General Accounting](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/munich-re/jobs/bb094accce82e706c70d/) Munich Re · New York, NY, US, USA ### [Corporate Finance Accounting Manager - General Office & GPO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kroger/jobs/e5ffcd69cf234f961104/) Kroger · Cincinnati, OH, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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