http://minnesotajobs.com test description en-us Sat, 18 May 2013 17:19:35 GMT Sat, 18 May 2013 17:19:35 GMT http://minnesotajobs.com/rss/ Weblog Editor 2.0 admin@MINNESTOAJOBS.COM admin@MINNESOTAJOBS.COM http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028323/Emergency-Preparedness-Coordinator-Job.html Emergency Preparedness Coordinator-24937

Description

Xcel Energy has an opportunity for an Emergency Preparedness Coordinator. Operating nuclear generating plants are required to have emergency plans to protect the health and safety of plant employees and the general public in the surrounding communities. Our Emergency Preparedness Coordinator will manage the programmatic review of emergency plan requirements for the Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant. Prairie Island’s two pressurized water reactors generate about 20 percent of the electricity used by Xcel Energy’s customers in the Upper Midwest. The plant is located on a 520-acre site about 40 miles southeast of Minneapolis-St. Paul and about five miles north of Red Wing, Minn. Nearly 800 people are employed full-time at the plant. On June 27, 2011, the NRC renewed for 20 years the plant’s original operating licenses, authorizing the Prairie Island units to continue generating electricity to 2033 and 2034.

Essential Responsibilities:
• Manage the programmatic review of emergency plan exercises and scenario development.
• Assist in revision to emergency plan and associated procedures.
• Interface with state/county emergency management officials and federal regulatory agencies on EP matters.
• Aid in the conduct of drills and exercises including performance indicators.
• Assist in EP training as an a subject matter expert.
• Participate in state/county, federal, industry and peer meetings/workshops as assigned.

The successful candidate will be placed at a level (coordinator, senior, or principal) that is commensurate with the candidate's skills and experience.

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. 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.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.


Qualifications

Required:
High school diploma and seven years of relevant commercial nuclear power plant experience, or Associates Degree and five years of relevant experience, or Bachelors degree and three years of relevant experience. Relevant experience preferred is defined as employment in Radiation Protection, Chemistry, Operations, or Emergency Preparedness. Integrated plant knowledge and response is desired.

Must live within 60 minutes to ensure proper implementation of Emergency Response plan.

A condition of employment will be successfully obtaining and maintaining General Security Clearance and a Nuclear Security Clearance for unescorted access to Xcel Energy nuclear plants including successful completion of nuclear General Access Training (GAT) and the nuclear security screening process (typically consists of an alcohol/drug screen, a criminal history check, a psychological assessment, initial credit and background investigation and periodic credit & criminal history checks).

Primary Location:MN-Welch
Schedule:Full-time
Union Position:Non-Bargaining

Xcel Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028323/Emergency-Preparedness-Coordinator-Job.html http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028322/Gas-Distribution-Designer-Job.html Gas Distribution Designer-26156

Description

Xcel Energy has an opportunity for a Designer at our Service Center in Newport, MN. Candidates for this opportunity will be considered for the Associate Designer and Designer levels.

The Distribution Designer acts as a primary contact for residential and/or commercial customers for electrical distribution construction or re-construction projects. This role will be responsible for providing design services from project initiation to completion. Responsibilities of this role include meeting with customers in the field to determine customer needs, developing cost-effective design solutions utilizing GIS and Expert Design (ED) technology, and communicating with other cross-functional areas of the business to ensure project progression. This position requires the ability to handle multiple design projects simultaneously and to build effective working relationships with internal and external customers. This position has a direct impact on safety, system operation, financial results, system reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Summary

This is an entry level design position that provides new and existing commercial, industrial, residential, and internal customers with distribution design project management for the least complex areas of design. The primary responsibility of this position is to function as the primary contact for future and existing customers by providing cost effective designs that balance customers' needs in accordance with Xcel Energy Services standards and administrative guidelines. Provide work direction for construction personnel and act as the liaison between the construction department and customers. This position has a direct impact on safety, system operation, financial results, reliability, and customer satisfaction. May be subject to on-call duties.

Essential Responsibilities

- Design facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy Distribution construction standards and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost effective designs. Provide distribution design project management for the least complex areas of design. Responsible for the generation of additional company revenue through contacts with new business or existing customers.

- Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis. Establish and manage the construction work plan with construction forces in order to meet the customers' schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements.

- Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies as required. Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.

- Promote a safe work environment and design a safe operating system while providing premier customer service. Support and promote Xcel Energy safety programs, including monitoring public safety around Xcel Energy facilities.

- Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers.

Xcel Energy

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. 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.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.

Qualifications

Requirements (Associate Designer level)

- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2-year technical degree (3 years distribution design, construction, or related field providing equivalent knowledge may substitute for the degree)
- 2 years experience in distribution design or related field providing equivalent knowledge
- Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes
- Successful completion of established Skill-Based Training Program
- Valid driver's license and vehicle
- May be drug tested randomly as prescribed by the Department of Transportation
- May be placed on site team duty rotation and subject to after-hours call out
Preferred
- Working knowledge of GIS and other design related applications
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite

Primary Location:MN-Newport
Schedule:Full-time
Union Position:Non-Bargaining

Xcel Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028322/Gas-Distribution-Designer-Job.html http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028320/Intern---Siting-&-Land-Rights-Job.html Intern - Siting & Land Rights-26150

Description

Xcel Energy's Siting & Land Rights department has an opportunity available for an internship in Amarillo, TX. The preference is for an intern who is able to work during the summer and part-time during the school year.

Position Summary

This internship is an incredible opportunity to experience and learn the Right Of Way (ROW) industry from the ground up at Xcel Energy.
Primary responsibilities will be to research, inventory and classify SPS land rights records, including deeds, easements, licenses, permits and leases. These activities will support the next phase of LandWorks implementation. LandWorks is a new land records database management program. This will better position the company for developing new transmission powerlines in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP).

The successful candidate must be able to work part-time and on-site during the academic school year. The intern hired for this role will work full-time (40 hours a week) starting in May or June.
Prior or current Real Estate coursework and an interest in working in Real Estate is a plus. Some evening work and travel are involved for this role, the department will work with the successful candidate based on their academic schedule and availability. Willingness to travel throughout Texas Panhandle and eastern New Mexico to conduct research in county offices. Initial work will be research-based surrounding the department's file consolidation project and LandWorks database.

Xcel Energy

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. 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.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Real Estate, Land Surveying or a Business related major..
- Must have completed at least one year of college.
- GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Demonstrated leadership roles in on-campus, volunteer or other organziations is desired.
- Solid computer skills including experience with MS Office software, with strong database use, management and design experience.
- File management or database management are preferred.

Primary Location:TX-Amarillo
Schedule:Full-time
Union Position:Non-Bargaining

Xcel Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028320/Intern---Siting-&-Land-Rights-Job.html http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028318/Manager-System-Performance-Job.html Manager System Performance-26175

Description

Xcel Energy is seeking an experienced self starter who understands and has experience in both Gas and Electric Metering to join our leadership team. This position will play a key leadership role in establishing Meter Strategy at Xcel Energy. The position will work closely with the Field Metering Organization to partner on Continuous Improvement Opportunities.

Summary

Provide visionary and strategic leadership while directing the development of Gas and Electric metering design and standards throughout all of Xcel Energy's 8 state operating area. Makes decisions and engineering recommendations for metering as it pertains to Customers, Rates, PUC, and local building codes. Accountable for system performance of metering, electronic meter reading, inventory and accuracy of metering. Responsible for compliance with PUC Rules and other applicable codes and regulations. Develop, monitor, audit and remediate SOX Controls. Provides technical support to Field Metering associated with processes from; work order initiation, scheduling and tracking. Also provides support and leadership around project management and financial analysis.

Essential Responsibilities

· Researches, tests and analyzes new and existing metering equipment for application, design and engineering for Rates, Substation metering, Revenue metering, and Marketing programs. Responsible for effective, efficient and competitive use of resources. Works closely with Service Policy, Meter Reading, Billing, Marketing, Property Accounting, and Distribution Operations.

· Develops Gas and Electric Metering SOX Controls and ensures compliance with the controls for all of Xcel Energy. Monitors and Audits controls quarterly. Remediate deficiencies and enhances controls as necessary.

· Responsible for the administration of the Xcel Energy Standards for Electric Installation and Use Standards. Advises Distribution Operations as to rule changes and modifications of the Standards. Works with trade allies, home builders and customers for compliance with Metering Standards.

· Develops, implements and evaluates Gas and Electric Meter training for new product and processes for Xcel Energy Metering Personnel. Develops and implements training courses for Apprentices, Journeyman and other personnel as necessary.

· Monitors, evaluates and analyzes system performance of Automated Metering Systems, metering equipment and testing facilities. Responsible for the compliance of all PUC rules and regulations as it pertains to Meter testing. Monitors lot testing, lot failures and failed materials associated meter defects and other related equipment.

· Provides Strategic directions for Xcel Energy for all metering functions in line with corporate and business unit goals. Accountable for meter standardization, first article testing on new products while maintaining or improving accuracy of measurement for revenue billing. Apply industry benchmarking.

· Responsible for establishing inventory control process, forecasts and trends. Maintains metering systems. Develops new systems to enhance business effectiveness.

· Provides representation in industry groups and organizations. Establish working relationships with Suppliers of all metering equipment. Establishes MBRs and maintains Meter alliances with vendors.

· Supports Field Metering from work initiation, scheduling, work tracking and monitoring. Providing technical and data mining support to assist Field Metering with project management and financial support, root cause analysis and continuous improvement opportunities.

About Xcel

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. 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.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.


Qualifications

Required

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering (6 years related experience may substitute for the degree)

- 8 years in Gas and Electric Metering, engineering and distribution construction and maintenance

- Working knowledge of PUC, NIST, NEC, DOT rules and regulations

- Knowledge of inventory management

- Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley and Audit processes

- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office

- Working knowledge of Metering, Customer Billing and Work Initiation and tracking systems (or other equivalent systems)

Primary Location:CO-Henderson
Schedule:Full-time
Union Position:Non-Bargaining

Xcel Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028318/Manager-System-Performance-Job.html http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028316/Nuclear-Preventative-Maintenance-Program-Coordinator-Job.html Nuclear Preventative Maintenance Program Coordinator-26204

Description

Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant has an opportunity for a site Preventative Maintenance Program Coordinator. The Preventative Maintenance Program Coordinator is responsible for most aspects of the site Preventive Maintenance (PM) program implementation. This Coordinator must be able to effectively review, understand and interpret technical details related to PM program implementation, and convey details and instructions in writing at a level that other technically competent users could easily understand without additional assistance. Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant is a single unit boiling water reactor, located about three miles northwest of Monticello, MN, and 40 miles northwest of the Twin Cities on the banks of the Mississippi River.

Responsibilities:

- Maintain awareness of the status of outstanding PM's (overdue, late, rescheduled, or deferred) and take appropriate actions. Utilize standard reports to ensure PM's are appropriately scheduled. Identify any PM's that will challenge LATE dates prior to exceeding those dates. Develop additional ad-hoc reports as may be necessary to monitor status of PM's. Periodically review the status of Passport PM settings to ensure proper coding of the records. Process Preventive Maintenance Change Requests (PMCRs); this includes evaluation and implementation of PMCRs, establishing and verifying initial due date for new PM activities which are coordinated with similar work tasks and functional areas, tracking of the backlog and updating related KPIs. Process PM Cancellation Requests including reviewing cancel requests for adequacy and ensuring PM's are properly cancelled for credit or not for credit as appropriate based on conditions of cancellation.
- Participate in the PM Review Team (PMRT) and act as the alternate chair for this meeting. Review and verify historical PM task completion dates and next due date. Identify projected short falls in resources and any schedule conflicts.
- Maintain administrative control of the predefined database, Passport D080 family of panels for PREV, PRED, INSP, EQ, and some ADMIN tasks. Update Passport as necessary to implement required changes that impact the PM Program. Interface with IT personnel as necessary to address issues related to PM administration including development and testing of software and reports as required.
- Perform Corrective Action Program (CAP) investigations and corrective actions associated with PM program implementation.
- Act as the alternate for the On-line Manager as needed.
- Member of the station Emergency Response Organization (ERO).
- Outage organization responsibilities as assigned.


Qualifications

Required:

- Associate Degree in a technical field or equivalent work experience.
- Five years experience in maintenance, work management, system engineering, maintenance planning, operations work management, or equivalent experience.
- Basic knowledge of nuclear plant systems and functional relationships (past RO/SRO certification or license desired).
- Must understand basic Primavera scheduling terms and functions including logic ties, resource levelization, and data date.
- Must understand and open correct project, search to find specific tasks, make changes to start and/or finish dates, logic ties, and other basic information associated with Primavera.
- Passport user with detailed knowledge of Passport Work Management.
- Must be able to function as the site power user for the Passport Work Management module.
- Detailed understanding of the D080-D089 panels and all functions related to PM record processing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

- Nuclear generation experience preferred.

A condition of employment will be successfully obtaining and maintaining General Security Clearance and a Nuclear Security Clearance for unescorted access to Xcel Energy nuclear plants including successful completion of nuclear General Access Training (GAT) and the nuclear security screening process (typically consists of an alcohol/drug screen, a criminal history check, a psychological assessment, initial credit and background investigation and periodic credit & criminal history checks).

Primary Location:MN-Monticello
Schedule:Full-time
Union Position:Non-Bargaining

Xcel Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028316/Nuclear-Preventative-Maintenance-Program-Coordinator-Job.html http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028315/Senior-Technical-Instructor-Job.html Senior Technical Instructor-26207

Description

Xcel Energy has an exciting opportunity at our Materials Distribution Center in Henderson, CO for a Sr. Technical Instructor. An Electric Lineman or Natural Gas Journeyman is preferred. Class A Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain one is preferred.

Summary

Provide professional safety/technical training consulting across XE Xcel Energy. Utilize the ADDIE process (analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation) to develop and maintain training materials per the Training Process Procedures (TPP’s). Design instruments and perform statistical analysis to quantitatively and qualitatively evaluate effectiveness (level 1-5). Position may require extended periods of time at the customer site. Manage training programs. Coordinate apprenticeship programs within regions. Direct work activity of regional training staff.

Essential Responsibilites

- Implement ADDIE process to deliver training, and adhere to records management requirements.
- Provide oversight and work direction for apprenticeship programs, continuing technical training, and instructional staff.
- Perform technical and process improvement consulting.

- Meet continuing technical and instructional requirements by adhering to Training Process Procedures.

- Coordinate special training events.

- Fully utilize business processes (scorecard, marketing strategies, manufacturing-analysis, design, development, delivery and evaluation) project management, and daily management.

- Consult with customer to identify business needs and objectives. Provide customer contact for all training services, products and programs.

- Design and maintain effective testing instruments and perform statistical analysis to quantitatively and qualitatively evaluate overall effectiveness, cost benefit and ultimate bottom line impact of the training/consulting product or service provided.

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. 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.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.


Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Education or related discipline or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge required.
Minimum 5 years practical experience (Journeyman preferred)

Primary Location:CO-Henderson
Schedule:Full-time
Union Position:Non-Bargaining

Xcel Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028315/Senior-Technical-Instructor-Job.html http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028311/On-line-Outage-Work-Manager-Job.html On-line/Outage Work Manager-26103

Description

Xcel Energy Prairie Island Nuclear Plant is looking for On-line/Outage Work Managers. This manager position is responsible for quality and credibility of site work schedules and the results of WM milestone and schedule adherence. They are responsible for ensuring coordination and schedule logic between departments. Determines the level of schedule detail based on complexity and significance of the work. Provides oversight for schedule adherence and risk compliance during work execution. Reviews all scope and schedule change requests for technical accuracy, team readiness to implement and risk impact and responsible for any schedule changes. Able to function as back-up to, On-line Scheduling Manager, Outage Scheduling Manager, Shift Outage Manager positions. Qualified for Emergency Plan positions. Performs Action Requests Evaluations and Corrective Actions.

Essential Responsibilities

Assess schedule risks and determine at-risk work that will remain in the schedule, assures manager for at-risk work is named. Tracks work to completion. Assesses the nuclear safety risk of the schedule. Perform risk assessment and perform initial PRA risk management assessment in accordance with applicable site procedures.

• Approval of work activities. Manages scope, planning, scheduling, execution and critiquing of scheduled work. Controls and coordinates emergent work, utilizing the appropriate scope addition / deletion process, entering it into the assigned work week / outage, determines priorities and directs FIN team resources to protect scheduled work as applicable. Ensure appropriate communications are made to affected work groups and perform PRA as necessary.

• Chairs Schedule Review Meetings - assigns and tracks action items as required. Chairs/leads Complex Issues meetings to ensure appropriate planning and preparation is in place for the activities as applicable. Identify and monitor owners of at-risk work orders and recovery plans.

• Chairs Work Critique Meetings. Perform periodic critiques of the scheduling work control process effectiveness. Identifies opportunities to improve and assumes leadership role to implement improvement actions and provides a summary report to site management. Conducts/Chairs Event Response Critiques and provides summaries to Management.

• Chairs the daily production meetings, provides coordination information, and discusses schedule adherence. Chairs/coordinates breakout sessions on operational concerns and plant priorities and ensures owners are named for actions and held accountable.

• Implement scheduled work weeks / outages. Acts as a single point of contact during the work period execution to help resolve delays with schedule Grade 'A' and Grade 'B' work items. Reviews schedule grades (A-D) and modifies them as appropriate Manages scope, planning, scheduling, execution and critiquing of assigned work weeks.

• Provides schedule logic to the scheduler as necessary, coordinates with affected work groups that schedule logic is correct.

• Validates resources and ensures scheduled work for work groups is properly loaded to maximize the use of available resources.

Qualifications

Required

High school education or equivalent required. 8 years of nuclear work experience required. Management experience desired. Associate's degree from two year college or technical school in Engineering or technical field desired. Bachelor's degree desired. SRO License desired.

Must live within 60 minutes to ensure proper implementation of Emergency Response plan.

A condition of employment will be successfully obtaining and maintaining General Security Clearance and a Nuclear Security Clearance for unescorted access to Xcel Energy nuclear plants including successful completion of nuclear General Access Training (GAT) and the nuclear security screening process (typically consists of an alcohol/drug screen, a criminal history check, a psychological assessment, initial credit and background investigation and periodic credit & criminal history checks).

Primary Location:MN-Welch
Schedule:Full-time
Union Position:Non-Bargaining

Xcel Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028311/On-line-Outage-Work-Manager-Job.html http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028310/Sr.-Accounting-Financial-Analyst-Job.html Sr. Accounting/Financial Analyst-26066

Description

Xcel Energy has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accounting/Financial Analyst in Denver, CO. You will be utilizing your accounting knowledge, as well as relying on your strong technical skills to write reports, work with Business Objects, and putting information into Excel. A majority of the job will be creating reports and using your analytical skills to analyze data. In addition, you will be interfacing with multiple business areas at Xcel to have them help review variances and provide explanations.

Summary

Perform general accounting processes to ensure accurate and timely accounting close cycles and the development of subsequent internal and external financial statements and reports. Processes may include, but are not limited to, budget development and reporting; analysis and reconciliation of accounting ledgers and other accounts; preparation of accounting ledger entries and supporting work-papers; preparation of inter-company billings; preparation of property valuations and preparation of required regulatory reporting forms and tax filings. May be responsible for training other analysts.

Responsibilities

- Collect and analyze financial data in order to perform some or all of the following accounting processes: budget development, reconciliation and variance reporting for assigned areas, reconcile assigned accounts, analyze financial data and prepare complex accounting ledger entries, prepare internal and external reports, settle inter-company receivables and payables, prepare property valuations. Identify and resolve data issues. Analyze financial data to identify adverse trends and recommend solutions to mitigate financial impact.
- Participate in and support accurate month-end, quarter-end and year-end accounting close cycles and development of subsequent internal and external financial statements, required regulatory reporting forms and tax filings.
- Actively participate in or lead special projects as assigned. Projects may include but are not limited to: testing system upgrades or enhancements, rate case support, conducting financial analysis and developing special reports and process improvement initiatives.
- Provide timely and accurate assistance and consultation to clients within assigned business area. Assistance includes, but is not limited to: interpretation of account codes or financial reports, providing status reports on projects, work order issue resolution, etc. Prepare presentations, statistical reports, schedules and other information on operating results for management and outside parties. Consult with co-workers, clients and management on technical accounting or system related matters.
- May provide work direction and training to other analysts.
- Stay current with new or proposed local, state, federal rules and regulations and internal and external financial reporting requirements.
- Other duties as assigned

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. 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.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.


Qualifications

Required

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related business degree or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge
- 5 years general financial accounting and reporting experience with an emphasis on complex accounting issues, processes and multiple company accounting
- Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply GAAP
- Demonstrated knowledge of business and legal principles
- Demonstrated analytical and communication skills
- Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access

Preferred

- Knowledge of and experience working with JDEdwards highly desirable
- Knowledge of FERC accounts

Primary Location:CO-Denver
Schedule:Full-time
Union Position:Non-Bargaining

Xcel Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028310/Sr.-Accounting-Financial-Analyst-Job.html http://minnesotajobs.com/display-job/1028309/System-Analyst-or-Sr.-System-Analyst-Job.html System Analyst or Sr. System Analyst-26035

Description

Xcel Energy has an exciting opportunity for a System Analyst or Sr. System Analyst in Denver, CO. You will provide application support for Commodity XL for end users in the Commercial Operations Department.

Commodity XL experience is preferred.

Summary

Plans, manages, coordinates, implements and delivers information technology business solutions in a fast-paced environment. Provides technical guidance with fellow team members in accordance with business unit IT objectives. Provides tactical input to business unit management regarding systems development. Consults with business unit managers to identify requirements and coordinates with technical staff to fulfill those requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

- Provides technical guidance to development staff in conjunction with business area software products and instructs developers on technical decision points.

- Develops installation and rollout plans for Business Unit technologies and ensures plans are met. Interacts with clients to determine business requirements and project objectives. Identifies gaps and resolves. Presents system level solutions.

- Analyzes, plans, designs, develops, tests, implements, supports, and maintains information systems solutions using client server, n-tiered and web-based technology. Ensures that projects installed are effectively adding value to the business area.

- Provides project management of complex development efforts. Works with users to determine requirements of mission-critical systems. Leads and guides team members and monitors budgets and expenditures.

- Keep abreast of technology, industry and business trends to ensure that appropriate technologies are being considered in the planning process that meet organizational requirements.

At Xcel Energy, our customers' quality of life depends on the energy we provide. Every time they flip a switch or turn a dial, they tap into the energy of over 12,000 people working to make life better. 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.

Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats.

Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include a range of options and coverage levels.


Qualifications

Required For Analyst System

- Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems or Computer Science (6 years of related experience may substitute for the degree)
- 7 years of enterprise wide system implementation related development experience
- In-depth knowledge of development technology as well as industry's business and operational software
- In-depth understanding of how all Information technologies can be used and applied to the business unit
- Ability to understand changes in technology in detail, and determine how best to source technology to meet the clients needs
- Mastery of object-oriented technology and implementation techniques
- Ability to understand business processes and lead other developers in system deployment
- Ensures that all technology projects are prioritized and properly planned within the business unit and that all relevant factors and issues have been considered and resolved

Preferred For System Analyst
- Microsoft Certified Developer or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
- 2 years of support or development team leadership
- Experience in web development as well as distributed application development and maintenance
- Microsoft VB/.Net and Java experience

Required For Sr. System Analyst

- Bachelor Degree in Management Information Systems or Computer Science required.

- 7-10 years of enterprise wide system implementation related development experiences.

- Experience may be considered in lieu of education.

- In-depth knowledge of development technology as well as industry’s business and operational software.

- In-depth understanding of how all Information technologies can be used and applied to the business unit.

- Ability to understand changes in technology in detail, and determine how best to source technology to meet the clients needs.

- Mastery of object-oriented technology and implementation techniques.

- Ability to understand business processes and lead other developers in system deployment.

- Ensures that all technology projects are prioritized and properly planned within the business unit, and that all relevant factors and issues have been considered and resolved.

Preferred For Sr. System Analyst

- Microsoft Certified Developer or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

- 2-3 years of support or development team leadership

- Experience in web development as well as distributed application development and maintenance

- Microsoft VB/.Net and Java experience

Primary Location:CO-Denver
Schedule:Full-time
Union Position:Non-Bargaining

Xcel Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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