Tax Analyst

Tax Analyst Date: Jul 1, 2026 Company: NextEra Energy Requisition ID: 95981 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us! Position Specific Description As a Tax Analyst specializing in Sales and Use Tax at NextEra Energy, you will serve as a key contributor to our tax compliance team, ensuring adherence to state and local tax regulations across our diverse energy portfolio. You will be responsible for preparing tax filings, conducting research and analysis, supporting audit activities, and contributing to tax automation initiatives. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in indirect taxation while supporting a leading clean‑energy company's continued growth in a rapidly evolving tax landscape. You will perform financial and transactional analysis, support compliance activities, prepare tax returns and filings, and assist with process improvement initiatives. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic team environment while managing multiple priorities. Responsibilities Prepare and file monthly sales and use tax, municipal utility, franchise, and gross receipts tax returns for assigned jurisdictions. Conduct tax research and analysis to support compliance decisions and business inquiries. Monitor tax law changes and assess their potential impact on company operations. Prepare sales and use tax registrations and license renewals. Maintain a sales tax compliance calendar and ensure timely filing deadlines are met. Review and respond to tax notices and correspondence from taxing authorities. Maintain exemption certificate management system and prepare certificates as needed. Support audit activities by preparing documentation and assisting with data requests. Perform account reconciliations and variance analysis for indirect tax accounts. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to address tax implications of business transactions. Assist with tax automation initiatives and system implementations. Support process improvement projects to enhance compliance efficiency. Monitor and respond to requests through the indirect tax team's support system. Job Duties & Responsibilities Prepare and review federal/state/local income tax returns, schedules, extensions and payment estimates in line with the company’s tax filing calendar. Conduct financial and economic analyses, developing and preparing the organization’s financial plans and budgets and interpreting financial reports and tax returns. Research inquiries from government agencies regarding filings, compliance, and other claims. Prepare tax calculations to support tax controversy analyses. Conduct tax assumptions in project models. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Relevant degree or equivalent work experience in accounting, finance, or a related field. Experience in tax compliance, particularly indirect tax filings. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Experience with tax technology platforms and automation tools preferred. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Prior experience in the energy industry or a related regulated sector. Knowledge of state and local sales tax regulations. Experience with tax audit processes and documentation. Benefits: NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support 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: No 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. NextEra Energy 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‑View email address on click.appcast.io , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. 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. NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third‑party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr