Southern Company

Auditor – Entry Level

LocationAtlanta, GA
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

Job Description

This entry level position will be responsible for conducting routine, medium and high-risk audits or advisory engagements of areas concentrated in the electric operations of the Company. This includes areas within Electric Generation, Transmission, Distribution, Customer Service, Marketing, Supply Chain, and other operational functional areas. This position will assess business processes, internal controls, and compliance processes across Southern Company. In this position, the auditor is expected to assist in planning, fieldwork, and reporting audit results, along with a team of auditors.

Key Responsibilities

Build and sustain relationships with audit clients across all levels of the company
Thoroughly perform audit and advisory work and document workpapers to ensure conformance with Global Internal Audit Standards established by the IIA
Focus on understanding the business and using that knowledge to assist in identifying and monitoring a variety of strategic, financial, operational and compliance risks
Apply business acumen, including audit and analytical skills, in all aspects of the job
Promote cooperation and foster teamwork to accomplish audit objectives
Manage time effectively, work efficiently and meet project deadlines and budget, including monitoring audit hours to assist in meeting departmental goals and metrics
Participate in multiple audit or advisory projects at one time
Appropriately alert IA management of any challenges in meeting audit goals or objectives
Use critical thinking skills to produce workable solutions to a range of problems and contribute new ideas to improve Internal Audit and other organizations
Participate in appropriate external organizations to obtain personal and professional training and development and to identify and share leading practices within the organization


Requirements Education and Certification:

Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in a Business-related discipline
Advanced degree is a plus
It is expected that the applicant will possess or obtain at least one job-related certification within two years of entering the department. Examples of job-related certifications include: Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Professional Engineer, Certified Information Systems Auditor or Certified Fraud Examiner


Experience

Prior professional work experience is desired
Ideal candidate will have internship or work experience in one of the following areas: Auditing, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Data Analytics, Engineering
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize work successfully in a team setting
Demonstrated ability to independently complete routine work assignments
Demonstrated ability to provide meaningful recommendations based on project results


Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Basic project management skills, including managing time, developing a work plan, taking initiative, and meeting deadlines.
Strong writing skills, including ability to adapt detailed written communication to an executive summary level
Intellectually curious, eager, and positive attitude towards learning new things
Effective communication and presentation skills
Effective interpersonal and organizational skills
Proficient computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to use (or learn) data analytic tools (PowerBI , Tableau, etc) and recognize opportunities for the use of these tools
Ability to work in a team environment as an individual contributor or independently with self confidence
Ability to adapt to changing demands, multi-task, and manage competing priorities
Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company's values of safety, unquestionable trust, superior performance and total commitment


Work Location:

Hybrid work environment. It is expected that the auditor will report to office 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday) and as needed upon request of management. Schedule may change from time to time to accommodate stakeholder needs.
Can report to Atlanta (30 Allen) or Birmingham (APC HQ)

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. 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: 12249

Job Category: Accounting & Auditing

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services

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