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 professional accounting experience.
- An advanced degree or professional certification is preferred.
- Understanding of GAAP, FERC, SEC and other rules, regulations, and reporting requirements, as well as Company policies and guidelines.
- Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, across departments, and spanning multiple geographic locations of the company.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Perform monthly financial close processes accurately and on time.
- Perform accounting activities in compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, including the preparation of reports, schedules, variance analysis, journal entry documentation, memos, and supporting explanations for 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 re-performance standards, and is easy to follow.
- Support Materials Accounting field personnel in ensuring complete and accurate accounting during physical inventories.
- Provide accounting support to Supply Chain and Plant personnel as needed.
Experience, Knowledge, & Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated sound judgment and a commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to identify, recommend, and implement process improvements.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and build working relationships.
- Proficiency with Southern Company financial applications (Oracle, Maximo, and SOAR) is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of functions, formulas, and Copilot to streamline processes and improve operational efficiencies.
Other Requirements
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Extended hours and weekend work as required.
About Us
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree with major or concentration in Accounting
- Minimum of 6 months professional accounting experience
- Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA)
- Understanding of GAAP, FERC, SEC and other reporting requirements and company policies
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments and locations
- Proficiency with Southern Company financial applications (Oracle, Maximo, SOAR)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including functions, formulas, and Copilot
What We Do
Southern Company Services, Inc., headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is the shared services division of Southern Company.
