Address
Form of workStaff Accountant
This position will be based out of Birmingham, AL or Atlanta, GA. Relocation is not offered for this position.
Job Summary:
This Accountant position is responsible for performing financial accounting functions including, but not limited to the coordination of the Fixed Assets and Inventory processes, the preparation of various journal entries, completing account reconciliations, preparation of financial statements related to Fixed Assets, and maintaining accounting processes documentation.
Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting is required
- Active CPA license is a plus
- 5 plus years of accounting experience is preferred
- Knowledge of (GAAP) is required
- Experience in performing analysis on financial transactions and results is required
- Ability to handle multiple projects with competing and tight deadlines with minimal supervision
- Experience with MS Office (specifically Excel) is required
- Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP is a plus
- Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking, proactive problem-solving skills, and excellent follow through
- Effective written and verbal communication skills within team and Executive management
- Excellent team interpersonal and communication skills
- Responsible for the Fixed Assets and Inventory processes
- Prepare monthly accounting entries and properly maintain supporting documentation
- Prepare and present financial statements related to Fixed Assets and Inventory at monthly financial review meetings with management
- Perform analysis of balance sheet account reconciliations
- Perform annual inventory audits at various warehouse locations
- Provide accounting analysis and assistance for special projects and data requests
- Maintain current documentation of accounting processes
- Assist both internal and external auditors with data requests
- Ensure internal controls surrounding responsibilities are adequate and functioning
About Us
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.
About the Team
Southern LINC
