Job Summary
The Costing Manager position is part of the Demand Planning & Analysis group in the SCS planning and regulatory support organization. This is a shared service team that develops or supports Cost of Service Models for electric and gas subsidiaries, including substantial rate case development and leadership. This position will lead to research into cost and pricing issues for the regulatory filings and planning needs of the system. The costing manager is responsible for ensuring the corporation has the subject matter expertise needed to engage internally and externally on behalf of the corporation. They will partner closely with Regulatory Accounting, Load development, and Rates teams to ensure cost models are accurate, reflect appropriate cost causation, and compliant with regulatory requirements. This position is responsible to lead, develop, and mentor a team of cost analysts.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree preferred
- 5+ years of experience in utility costing, cost‑of‑service analysis, regulatory accounting, pricing, or finance, or related electric utility roles.
- Strong understanding of cost allocation, revenue requirements, Utility Planning, and rate-making principles.
- Proficiency with Excel, financial modeling tools
- Experience with Utilities International (UI) is a plus
- Ability to interpret regulatory language and translate operational data into cost impacts.
- Experience leading or mentoring analytical staff.
- Excellent Communication Skills (Oral and Written)
- Curiosity and problem-solving skills, ability to synthesize large amounts of data into frameworks for decision making
- A strong work ethic, initiative and ability to deliver high quality analytical results in a timely and organized manner
- Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the strategy development and completion of comprehensive Cost Of Service Studies for Southern Company’s Operating Companies.
- Prepare and validate all data used for input into Cost-of-Service Studies including load allocators, accounting data and engineering data.
- Ensure allocations of costs are aligned with appropriate cost causation and any regulatory requirements
- Monitor relevant research related to Cost of Service
- Respond to internal and external inquiries into cost-of-service allocations and results
- Maintain dashboards or reporting tools that track relative cost position trends versus defined competitive sets.
- Document and present sound results and methodologies to management and internal clients.
- Prepare and respond to data requests for regulatory filings
- Improve and document costing methodologies, data sources, assumptions, and model controls.
- Drive automation and model modernization to reduce manual work, increase accuracy, and strengthen audit trails.
- Lead, develop, and mentor a team of cost analysts specializing in cost-of-service modeling, cost allocation, and rate support.
- Manage team workflow to ensure timely completion of analyses for regulatory filings, rate cases, and internal business needs.
- Foster a culture of analytical rigor, data quality, and continual learning.
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.
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: 17419
Job Category: Accounting & Auditing
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
