Staff Accountant II, III

Job Description

This role will focus on the monthly financial close process and subsequent reporting of results for Southern Company Gas and its business units. The individual assigned to this role will engage stakeholders supporting the close process, coordinating the receipt of information from various internal and external sources for use in the preparation of monthly journal entries and resolving any discrepancies in the data. Additionally, on a monthly basis, the individual in this role will review financial statements and ensure results and related variance explanations are delivered to management timely, accurately, and in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and complete account reconciliations. The individual in this role will provide internal and external auditors with information required to perform annual and quarterly audits, prepare information for data requests, reports and schedules for regulatory filings, and prepare quarterly and year-end financial schedules required for external reporting. Research and reporting on significant accounting issues, along with involvement in projects and analysis regarding process improvements, technical accounting matters, and system upgrades may be required on an as needed basis.

Preferred

Major Job Responsibilities

Communication

Relationships & Networking

Innovation

Development Of Self/Others

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

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: 12325

Job Category: Accounting & Auditing