Requisition ID:  83167 

 

NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

 

Position Specific Description

We are seeking a Tax Professional to join the tax operations team. This professional will have several key responsibilities including: (1) preparation and review of complex federal and state corporate and partnership income tax returns; (2) preparation and review of income tax provisions, tax basis balance sheet calculations and account reconciliations under ASC740; (3) proactively researching laws, regulations, administrative rulings and court cases and presenting proposals to lawfully minimize tax liabilities; (4) working closely with Information Management to continue to streamline processes related to tax return calculations. This position will help ensure that NextEra Energy, Inc. remains “Best in Class” with regard to the quality and efficiency of our income tax provision and compliance processes.

 

Tax Project Manager – Duties may include working with a Tax Manager/Tax Director to:

Prepare and Review Federal and State Corporate/Partnership income tax returns Prepare and review income tax provisions under ASC740 as well as the tax-related financial information and disclosures to be included in the applicable SEC filings (notably Forms 10-K and 10-Q) Review and validate Deferred tax assets and liabilities Analyze and quantify the primary drivers of the company’s effective tax rate Partner with the Tax Forecasting team to identify and explain variances from forecast to actual Partner with the Federal/State planning teams to ensure all M&A transactions are accurately recorded in the provision and reported on the income tax returns Conduct technical research and maintain compliance with IRS rules/regulations and rules under ASC740 Focus on tax planning and special projects (including system maintenance and/or development) Research and draft responses to inquiries from government agencies regarding tax filings, compliance, and other claims Leverage technology to create effective financial models, calculations supporting tax returns and provisions, dashboards and analytics Identify and lead process improvements through use of technology and innovation Mentor, lead, and manage one or more tax analysts

 
Preferred Tax Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the following:

Well-developed technical skills with an ability to identify and document both issues and proposed resolutions with minimal guidance Hands on approach – to develop and mentor members of the tax department Proven ability to coordinate the preparation and review of large consolidated and complex unitary tax returns with minimal supervision Proficient oral and written business communication skills Ability to perform analysis on data and utilize analysis to make tax technical and business decisions Strong computer skills with a focus on both analytical and research tools including Corptax, OneSource Tax Provision, SAP, Business Warehouse, Advanced excel, Power Query / Alteryx or similar platforms Proven ability to lead teams to improve quality, efficiency, predictability and/or transparency Desire to seek new and challenging tasks – self-starter mentality

Job Overview

Employees in this position are responsible for one or more of the following: tax research, planning, forecasting, analysis, and defense of tax positions.

Job Duties & Responsibilities Manages tax related projects, including system maintenance and/or development Prepares and/or reviews tax returns and corresponding tax work papers and files Researches law, regulations, administrative rulings and court cases and presents proposals to lawfully minimize tax liability Researches and drafts responses to inquiries from government agencies regarding tax filings, and other claims Provides and/or verifies tax assumptions and tax results in project models Leads project teams to improve quality, efficiency, predictability and/or transparency Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Experience: 6+ years Preferred Qualifications Master's - Accounting / Finance Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

 

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

 

Employee Group:  Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Finance, Accounting & Business Analytics
Organization:  NextEra Energy Resources, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

 

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

 

NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.

 

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

 

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