Accountant

Southern Company

Accountant - Materials Accounting

Job Summary

Southern Company Services (SCS) currently has a position available in our Accounting department located at our corporate office in Birmingham, AL. This Accountant position involves performing analytical and accounting tasks to ensure the accurate valuation and reporting of materials and supplies inventory for Southern Company's electric operating companies, as well as SCS, SNC, SPC, and GAS.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with major or concentration in Accounting is required.
• Must have a minimum of 6 months of professional experience
• An advanced degree or certification is a plus.
• Understanding of GAAP, FERC, SEC and other rules, regulations, and reporting requirements, as well as Company policies and guidelines.
• Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills, evidenced by the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, across various departments, and spanning multiple geographic locations of the company.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Perform monthly financial closing processes accurately and timely.
• Perform accounting tasks in compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, including reports, schedules, variance analysis, journal entry documentation, memos, and explanations supporting each company's financial statements.
• Monitor and reconcile assigned accounts for accuracy and appropriate financial statement presentation.
• Ensure accounting impact of inventory related transactions is appropriate, thoroughly documented, meets a standard of re-performance, and can be easily followed.
• Support Materials Accounting field personnel to ensure full accounting during physical inventories.
• Support Supply Chain and Plant personnel as needed with accounting inquiries.

Experience, Knowledge, & Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions and a commitment to accuracy and detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to self-direct, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and build working relationships.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Proficiency with Southern Company financial applications (Oracle, Maximo, and SOAR) is a plus.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Exhibit a comprehensive command of Microsoft Excel, employing an array of functions and formulas to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiencies.

Other Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required.
• Extended hours and weekend work as required.