Southern Company is a leading producer of clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy, and we approach each day as a vital step in building the future of energy. At Southern Company we are always looking ahead, and our innovations in the industry-from new nuclear to deployment of electric transportation and renewables -help brighten the lives and businesses of millions of customers nationwide. This is a senior level tax accountant position that handles all aspects of the property tax cycle for multiple business units with varied business models. In this role you will be responsible for accurately and timely preparing state and local separate company and centrally assessed state unit value property tax returns. This position reviews assessment notices for potential valuation differences and initiates appeal discussion with the property tax assessors. You will also perform research analysis, files tax abatement and incentives requests, and responds to notices from tax authorities. This position includes preparing budgets for estimated tax liability, preparing journal entries, and completing monthly and quarterly account reconciliations. The position includes the timely processing and payment of property tax bills. The Senior Accountant will also be charged with providing support to the other accountants on the team as well as assisting in creating, standardizing, and implementing new processes and procedures.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business required.
Must have 5-7 years of accounting, finance or tax experience.
MS Excel - advanced proficiency
MS Word - intermediate proficiency
Solid time management skills
Preferred Skills:
3+ years property tax experience in a large accounting firm or large public company environment
Experience working in the public utility, energy, manufacturing, transportation, telecommunications, airlines, logistics industries.
Proficiency with tax research software (ie; LexusNexus, Checkpoint, CCH) preferred.
IPT CMI -Property Tax designation
CPA
Oracle, PeopleSoft, PowerPlan experience
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers' and communities' needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 3117
Job Category: Accounting & Auditing
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
