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Dominion Energy

Regulated utility delivering electricity and gas

Tax Specialist - Planning & Controversy

Tax AccountingUpdated on Nov 14
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 7–8 years of experience developed through formal education and practical experience demonstrating an advanced to expert understanding of tax laws and tax accounting practices and procedures.
  • Advanced knowledge of tax research methods, including interpreting tax laws, preparing specialized tax research memorandums, and formulating recommendations for management.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple work assignments and projects, provide guidance and problem-solving support, and ensure project teams meet operational deadlines.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP software.
  • Strong written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to provide technical assistance and training to others.
  • Attention to detail and ability to motivate team members toward completion of work assignments.
  • Ability to provide critical feedback and peer reviews for assigned work tasks.
  • A bachelor's degree is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of the preferred education level.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate preparation and review of assigned federal, state, and/or local tax returns, tax payments, tax accruals, research projects, financial reports, and government filings to ensure compliance with regulations and established procedures.
  • Research tax issues at an advanced level, formulate and provide recommendations to management to minimize tax consequences, and advise management on tax implications of special tax issues related to the energy industry.
  • Analyze and interpret changes to federal, state, or local laws and communicate their financial impact to management.
  • Draft, or coordinate with outside counsel to draft, ruling requests, protests, and requests communicating the company's positions on issues arising from tax audits, and participate in negotiations.
  • Assist in training co-workers.
  • Coordinate responses for internal and external audits of financial statements, regulatory filings, internal controls, and tax returns.
  • Assist with due diligence in connection with mergers and acquisitions as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Preferred disciplines are Tax, Accounting, Business, Economics, or Finance; other disciplines may be substituted.
  • CPA, JD, or another appropriate professional certification is preferred.

About the Company

Dominion Energy

Regulated utility delivering electricity and gas

Dominion Energy is a regulated utility that supplies electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across eight states, with a focus on Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Its generation mix includes nuclear, solar, coal, natural gas, and hydro, supporting a reliable and affordable energy supply while adding cleaner sources over time. The company operates under public regulation, differentiating itself through a diversified energy portfolio and a focus on reliability, price stability, and a gradual shift toward cleaner energy via renewables and extended nuclear licenses. Its goal is to deliver dependable energy at reasonable prices while expanding capacity and advancing cleaner energy in the future.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Richmond, VA
Founded
1983

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