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Accounting Supervisor

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Your applicationOpen nowAccounting SupervisorSouthern Company · Atlanta, GA, United States

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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Southern Company postings stay open a median of 10 days.

Share of postings closed within
  1. 2.1%1 day
  2. 4.5%3 days
  3. 12.3%7 days
  4. 19.7%14 days
  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.0%60 days
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Job Description

The Corporate Accounting Supervisor will lead a team of accountants responsible for fulfilling corporate accounting functions for Southern Company Gas, a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) registrant. This role is accountable for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of month-end close activities and overseeing a variety of income statements, balance sheet, and cash flow accounting processes.

The position is responsible for maintaining financial records in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements. In addition, the Corporate Accounting Supervisor will support Southern Company Gas financial reporting obligations, including regulatory and external reporting requirements, and may coordinate special projects across multiple teams.

This is an in-office position (four days per week, subject to change without notice) within the Southern Company Gas Comptroller's organization and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of two to three accounting professionals through the month-end close process for Southern Company Gas.
  • Oversee and review monthly journal entries, financial transaction analyses, account reconciliations, and other accounting activities.
  • Ensure compliance with all Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements, including the compilation of control documentation and review and approval of internal control activities performed by direct reports.
  • Assist in preparing and reviewing accounting information used for monthly management reporting.
  • Assist in preparing and reviewing accounting information included in Southern Company Gas's Quarterly Reports (Form 10-Q) and Annual Reports (Form 10-K) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • Prepare and review accounting information required for other Southern Company Gas reporting obligations, including stand-alone financial statements.
  • Support financial audits for Southern Company Gas and its subsidiaries.
  • Promote innovation and develop workflow efficiencies in a fast-paced environment.
  • Invest in employee development through coaching, training, mentoring, motivation, and performance management.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects and strategic initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
  • Master's degree or other advanced degree is a plus.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or equivalent professional certification is preferred.

Experience

  • Eight or more years of accounting or related experience.
  • Strong knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Experience managing month-end close processes, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting activities.
  • Experience with financial transaction analysis, allocations, consolidations, cash flow reporting, and internal controls preferred.
  • Experience using Oracle Cloud preferred.
  • Knowledge of the natural gas or electric utility industry preferred.
  • Familiarity with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chart of Accounts is a plus.
  • Prior experience coaching, mentoring, or supervising employees is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
  • Excellent customer service and professional communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively interact with employees and leaders at all organizational levels, including executive management.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely.
  • Exceptional analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Intellectual curiosity and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
  • Effective project management skills with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

About Us

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.

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