Senior Accountant
Description
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.
Accountant
Summary of Position Duties
The responsibilities for the Accountant position include:
Serve as an active member on the Technology Accounting Review Committee.
Research and provide sound guidance on technical accounting and reporting issues for Southern Company Services and its subsidiaries.
Assist with accounting conversations as appropriate between the SCS Technology Organization and System Accounting Research and Corporate Accounting teams.
Evaluate the impact of new accounting standards and participate in the adoption of the new standards.
Document and communicate complex accounting decisions and cost recovery mechanisms for technology projects.
Coordinate with various organizations across the enterprise to complete annual technology reimbursement analysis and monitor execution of billings.
This is a very detail - oriented role; Strong organization skills are a must.
Job Experience and Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics required
Advanced Degree or CPA is preferred
Two years of accounting experience is preferred
Technology and/or Utility accounting experience is preferred
Demonstrated ability to facilitate conversations on complex accounting topics
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of FASB and SEC accounting and reporting standards and requirements
Ability to research technical/complex accounting issues
Extremely strong oral and written communications skills with the ability to understand and explain complex accounting issues to a varied audience
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with accounting, auditing, various non-financial functional areas, and varying levels of staff and management
Understanding of FERC requirements is a plus
Disclaimer:
This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by Diversity Inc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at 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. #LI
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham
Operating Company: Southern Company Services
Other Locations: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
The Energy Center - 3535 Colonnade Parkway (3535Birmingham)
3535 Colonnade Parkway
Birmingham, 35243
Southern Company Headquarters - 30 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. NW (30ATLANTA)
30 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. NW
Atlanta, 30308
Req ID: SCS2010396
