This position is an integral part of a team that performs fixed asset accounting and provides accounting support for various organizations throughout Alabama Power Company. The position also participates in financial & regulatory reporting. In addition to the accounting proficiencies required, the ability to build and maintain relationships across the Company will also be a key element for the successful candidate.
Position Responsibilities
- Ensure fixed asset accounting is performed in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements and that all financial and regulatory reporting requirements are met.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly journal vouchers, account analyses, and account reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure all work is thoroughly documented, meets a standard of re-performance and can be easily followed.
- Maintain an effective system of internal controls and provide proper documentation.
- Cultivate a questioning attitude in an effort to gain and maintain a thorough understanding of accounting operations, computer systems and applications, and Company policies and procedures.
- Perform accounting research and benchmarking in an effort to ensure compliance and best practices.
- Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field of study is desired.
- Advanced degree, CPA or CPA candidate is desired.
- Five years of recent general accounting experience in public accounting, industry, or a combination of both.
- Fixed asset accounting experience a plus
- Knowledge of the following applicable accounting rules and regulations and the ability to interpret the guidance and make recommendations:
+ Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
+ Federal Energy Regulatory Commission accounting rules and regulations
+ Securities and Exchange Commission rules and regulations
+ Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance requirements.
- Ability to coordinate work assignments with schedules and requirements of other employees is required.
- Ability to communicate accounting applications and analyses to non-financial employees.
Behavioral Attributes, Skills, and Abilities
- Exemplify Our Values at all times (Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance) and adhere to the Southern Company Code of Ethics.
- Exhibit a positive attitude, initiative, and show respect for others and their opinions.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements.
- Exhibit strong organizational skills with the ability to facilitate multiple assignments simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Utilize strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills, be a self-starter, a decision-maker, flexible, self-directed and a team player.
- Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a commitment to accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Display computer skills including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point.
Other Requirements
- Extended hours
- Weekend work - limited
- Travel - limited
This position is based at Alabama Power’s Corporate Headquarters in downtown Birmingham and follows a hybrid schedule of four in‑office days and one remote day each week. Please note that this schedule is subject to change.
Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.
For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower).
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.
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: 16793
Job Category: Accounting & Auditing
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Alabama Power
