The Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for leading a team of accountants who fulfill financial reporting obligations for Southern Company Gas, a company registered with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, and its four reporting segments: Gas Distribution Operations, Gas Marketing Services, Gas Pipeline Services, and Corporate. Responsibilities include providing accurate and timely monthly management reporting; quarterly and annual filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission; annual reporting to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for three local distribution companies; preparation of subsidiary financial statements; and support for annual compliance filings and other financial reporting initiatives.
This position is responsible for ensuring that financial statements comply with the requirements of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. The Financial Reporting Manager will also coordinate with internal and external auditors regarding quarterly and annual audit procedures and provide support to Southern Financial Reporting, Southern Company Gas leadership, the Southern Company Gas Board of Directors, and the Controls and Compliance Committee.
Additionally, this role partners across multiple teams to support all financial reporting obligations for Southern Company Gas. This position is located in Atlanta, Georgia and requires an in-office presence four days per week, subject to change based on business needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a team of three to four accounting professionals responsible for fulfilling the financial reporting obligations of Southern Company Gas using Oracle Cloud applications and reporting platforms such as Workiva.
- Lead and oversee the preparation and review of monthly management reports, quarterly and annual filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, annual filings with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, subsidiary financial statements, and annual compliance filings.
- Oversee and review analyses of financial transactions and operating results.
- Ensure compliance with all requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, including the compilation of internal control evidence and the review and approval of internal control activities performed by direct reports.
- Support audits and financial statement reviews for Southern Company Gas and its subsidiaries.
- Drive innovation and identify opportunities to improve processes and increase workflow efficiency in a dynamic environment.
- Foster employee growth and development through coaching, training, performance management, and ongoing feedback.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
- Master's degree or other advanced degree is preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant designation or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
- Ten or more years of accounting or financial reporting experience required.
- Strong proficiency in applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the rules and reporting requirements of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission required.
- Demonstrated experience with external financial reporting, including Current Report filings, financial statement preparation, and financial statement review required.
- Strong understanding of financial transaction analysis and the evaluation of financial results required.
- Experience with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, specifically Disclosure Controls and Procedures, preferred.
- Experience using Oracle Cloud and Workiva preferred.
- Working knowledge of the natural gas or electric utility industry and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Uniform System of Accounts preferred.
- Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing employees required.
Leadership Competencies
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- A professional demeanor and a proven commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization, including executive leadership.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research capabilities, with an ability to simplify complex issues and develop practical solutions.
- Intellectual curiosity and a proactive, questioning approach to work.
- Proven project management skills, including the ability to prioritize work, manage competing deadlines, anticipate next steps, and adapt to changing business needs.
- Strong leadership capabilities and a collaborative approach with a focus on teamwork and results.
- A demonstrated ability to identify, recommend, and implement process improvements.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while meeting demanding deadlines.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .
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: 20713
Job Category: Accounting & Auditing
Job Schedule: Full time
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