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This position supervises the United States tax compliance function for assigned Berkshire Hathaway Energy platforms, in a manner which minimizes the income tax liability and ensures accurate and timely reporting of all federal, state and local returns. This includes the review of all income tax provision work, review/preparation of information provided for the 10-year forecast, review/preparation of cash tax report information, review of all federal and state estimate calculations and the preparation of financial statement information for all assigned Berkshire Hathaway Energy platforms.
Responsibilities
Supervise the U.S. tax return process for assigned Berkshire Hathaway Energy platforms (federal and state income/franchise tax returns).
Supervise monthly income tax provisions (i.e., tax accounting) for assigned Berkshire Hathaway Energy platforms (including the preparation of quarterly and annual audit reports).
Review all income tax provision documentation prepared by tax staff for the assigned Berkshire Hathaway Energy platforms.
Assist in the monthly consolidated process for the tax account roll-forwards schedules being provided to Berkshire Hathaway. Prepare the quarterly tax reserve for assigned Berkshire Hathaway Energy platforms.
Supervise quarterly estimates paid to federal and state authorities for assigned Berkshire Hathaway Energy platforms.
Review cash tax workpapers prepared by tax staff for assigned platforms.
Supervise, develop and conduct performance reviews of tax staff assigned under this Position.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business.
Graduate degree preferred.
Certified public accountant preferred.
Eight years of big four or related industry work experience which includes six years in tax accounting with a certified public accountant designation or a graduate business degree, including one year in a senior technical/leadership role.
If no CPA or graduate business degree, ten years of related work experience which includes six years in tax accounting would be needed.
Strong federal, state and local tax experience.
Strong consolidation experience.
Tax preparation software.
Extensive knowledge of federal and state tax laws, accounting and company operations are essential for this position.
Extensive interaction with company personnel, both inside and outside the department and outside consultants are essential for this position.
Effective written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills.
Effective interpersonal skills and leadership skills.
Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Creative thinking and problem-solving skills are very important to this position.
Managerial and organizational skills.
Adaptable and accepting of change.
Project management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
About Us
BHE Renewables delivers sustainable energy solutions for customers and communities. We own, operate and develop wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric and natural gas projects in 11 U.S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements.
Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables is an innovative and growing company with new offices in Phoenix and San Diego. Our 50/50 joint venture with Occidental Petroleum has led to a demonstration project showing how TerraLithium technology is used to extract lithium from the brine presently flowing through our geothermal plants in Imperial Valley, CA.
Our CHAMPION culture drives our success by fostering high expectations, ownership and continuous improvement within a respectful and inclusive team environment. Through the CHAMPION mindset, we focus on the fundamentals - preparation, planning and attention to detail - holding ourselves accountable to do simple better. Alongside this, the BHE Renewables CARES program encourages employee volunteerism and invests in our communities, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and collaboration, making us stronger together.
About the Team
BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.