Xcel Energy

Sr SOX Compliance Analyst OR SOX Compliance Consultant

Xcel Energy$73K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting; MBA and/or CPA preferred.
  • Two years of auditing OR IT auditing/controls experience; or four years in financial accounting, reporting or tax.
  • Working knowledge of GAAP, SEC, and PCAOB standards.
  • Experience with IT controls, particularly SAP, is preferred.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and update SOX documentation, including risk assessments and process maps.
  • Conduct quarter-end and year-end assessments of the control environment.
  • Lead special projects related to risk mitigation and technology changes.
  • Participate in GRC assessments and evaluate role/access changes.
  • Provide training and direction to control owners and analysts.

Benefits

  • Annual Incentive Program
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Care Reimbursement Account (HRA)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Job Description
Sr SOX Compliance Analyst

Position Summary

Assist in managing Sarbanes - Oxley compliance. Assist company personnel in understanding and complying with the requirements associated with internal controls over financial reporting. For the suite of SAP applications, participate in reviewing risks, role changes and access requests within the Governance Risk and Compliance application.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Maintain and/or facilitate updates to Sarbanes - Oxley documentation including risk assessment, control activities, significant business process documentation including process maps, and compliance activities. Facilitate training to control owners or other relevant parties on an ad hoc basis.
  • Participate in quarter-end and year-end assessment of the control environment, including assessing, assisting in resolving complex problems and reporting on issues.
  • Participate in mitigation activities for special projects as assigned. Projects may include but are not limited to evaluating risk and implementing appropriate risk mitigation tools related to system implementations, upgrades or enhancements or process related changes, developing ad hoc reports and process improvement initiatives, including driving technology changes.
  • Participate in Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) assessments of risks, changes to role and access.
  • May provide work direction and training to others (i.e., control owners, analysts, interns, etc.).


Minimum Requirements (Min:$73,700 | Max:$104,633)
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting. MBA and/or CPA preferred.
  • The experience required for this position is one of the following:
    • Two years of auditing experience AND holds a Master's degree or is a licensed CPA/has equivalent certification (CPA eligible); OR
    • Two years of IT auditing or IT controls integration experience; OR
    • Four years financial accounting and reporting or tax experience.
  • Demonstrated understanding of working knowledge of GAAP, SEC, FERC, PCAOB Sections 302, 404 and 906, DOL & ERISA accounting.
  • Experience with IT and/or systems related controls (preferably SAP) preferred.
  • Ability to communicate complex control issues and accounting and financial reporting items, organizational, communication/presentational and documentational skills.


SOX Compliance Consultant

Position Summary

Assist in managing and directing Sarbanes - Oxley compliance. Assist company personnel in understanding and complying with the requirements associated with internal controls over financial reporting. For the suite of SAP applications, assist in reviewing risks, role changes and access requests within the Governance Risk and Compliance application.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Maintain and/or facilitate updates to Sarbanes - Oxley documentation including risk assessment, control activities, significant business process documentation including process maps, and compliance activities. Facilitate training to control owners or other relevant parties on an ad hoc basis.
  • Participate in or lead quarter-end and year-end assessment of the control environment, including assessing, assisting in resolving complex problems (including working with Senior Leadership) and reporting on issues to Executive and internal and external auditors.
  • Drive mitigation activities for special projects as assigned. Projects may include but are not limited to evaluating risk and implementing appropriate risk mitigation tools related to system implementations, upgrades or enhancements or process related changes, developing ad hoc reports and process improvement initiatives, including driving technology changes.
  • Participate in Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) assessments of risks. Evaluate and provide approval on changes to role and access risks.
  • May provide work direction and training to others (i.e., control owners, analysts, interns, etc.).


Minimum Requirements (Min:$84,900 | Max:$120,567)
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting. MBA and/or CPA preferred.
  • The experience requirement for this role is one of the following:
    • Four years of auditing experience AND holds a Master's degree or is a licensed CPA/has equivalent certification (or CPA eligible); OR
    • Four years of IT auditing or IT controls integration experience; OR
    • Six years financial accounting and reporting or tax experience;
  • Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of GAAP, SEC, FERC, PCAOB Sections 302, 404 and 906, DOL & ERISA accounting.
  • Extensive experience with IT and/or systems related controls (preferably SAP).
  • Ability to resolve and communicate complex control issues and accounting and financial reporting items.
  • Strong organization, presentation, professional judgment, and documentation skills.


Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $73,700.00 to $120,567.00 per year

This 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.

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: 08/31/26

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

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About Xcel Energy

Xcel Energy Careers

Join the dynamic team at Xcel Energy, where innovation meets expertise in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions. As a leading energy company, Xcel Energy offers unparalleled job opportunities that empower professionals to advance their careers while contributing to environmental stewardship.

Work You’ll Do

At Xcel Energy, you’ll collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to pioneering advancements in the energy sector. Our team is at the forefront of developing sustainable energy technologies that revolutionize how people consume energy. By joining us, you will be part of a culture that values diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

Innovate and Lead

Step into a role where your skills will directly enhance our capabilities in delivering reliable and sustainable energy. Xcel Energy is a hub for innovation, where your ideas can lead to groundbreaking solutions that shape the future of energy. Our leadership is committed to fostering an environment where creativity and strategic thinking are at the core of our operations.

Career Development

Xcel Energy is deeply invested in the professional development of its team members. With a variety of career paths available, from engineering to customer service, your journey with us is filled with endless possibilities. We support your growth with robust training programs, leadership development opportunities, and diversity training that prepare you for success.

Join Our Team

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Internship Programs

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Learn more about Xcel Energy
Size
11,321 employees
Market Cap
$38.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+3.9%
Revenue
$11.5 billion
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