Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantDescriptionSouthern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.5 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in seven states and more than 1 million retail customers through its companies that market natural gas and related home services. Other nonutility businesses include asset management for natural gas wholesale customers and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit Southern Company Gas at southerncompanygas.com.The responsibilities for the Senior Accountant position include preparation of monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and ad hoc requests. The Accountant is primarily responsible for recording and reporting on Operations and Maintenance Expenses for a Local Distribution Utility; Variance analysis; FERC ledger and FERC reporting; and other ad hoc requests. This role must work well with strict deadlines.Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities by CompetencyFunctional Expertise:

Records basic to complex financial transactions via journal entries.

Performs general ledger account reconciliations; analyzes and researches outstanding items/issues.

Monitors reports/accounts/expenses; determines and makes necessary adjustments.

Works with customers (internal and external) to resolve problems; answers questions and provides recommendations.

Generates standard and non-standard reports; analyzes data.

Business Acumen:

Calculates, reviews, and analyzes financial information relating to specialty area (e.g., general ledger, FERC ledger); analyzes variances; uses professional judgment and expertise to perform complex estimates and calculations.

Monitors and analyzes expenditures and balance sheet variances.

Demonstrates ability to multi-task and prioritize.

Independently and creatively solves problems.

Engagement:

Works with customers (internal and external), and colleagues to resolve problems.

Assists internal customers with recommendations on recording transactions; explains the impact to the general ledger and financial statements.

Collaborates and builds effective relationships with stakeholders.

Driving Results:

Implement process and system changes as necessary to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of responsibilities.

Responsible for monitoring progress against goals/deliverables; holds self accountable for results.

Follows organizational policies and procedures.

QualificationsEducation, Certifications/Licenses:Required:

BA/BS degree in Accounting

Related Work Experience:Required:

4-6 years advanced accounting experience performing complex financial analysis and research.

Preferred:

6-8 years advanced accounting experience performing complex financial analysis and research.

Natural gas industry experience.

Accounts Receivable/Bad Debt Analysis experience.

Audit experience.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or currently pursuing.

Specific Skills & Knowledge:Required:

Intermediate to Advance knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, including the ability to critically think and present new or creative solutions.

Common ERP (e.g. PeopleSoft, SAP etc.) and reporting knowledge/abilities.

Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Strong organizational skills.

Strong Account reconciliation skills.

Team player and with the ability to work independently.

Ability to work in an organized, detailed manner under tight deadline.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:Work Environment

The incumbent works in an office environment.

Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website atSouthern 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 Type: StandardPrimary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-AtlantaOperating Company: Southern Company GasJob Type: StandardTravel (Up to): NoWork Location(s):AGLR Corporate Office - 10 Peachtree Place NE (10AtlantaCODE)10 Peachtree Place NEAtlanta, 30309Req ID: GAS2002258