Southern Company

Tax Accountant – Corporate Income Tax

Tax Accountant – Corporate Income Tax
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LocationAtlanta, GA
Job Typefull time
On-site
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About This Job


Tax Accountant – Corporate Income Tax

The primary responsibilities of this position are the preparation of federal and state income and partnership tax returns as well as quarterly estimated tax payments for Southern Company and its subsidiaries. Other responsibilities are listed below.

This position is located in Atlanta, GA at the Georgia Power Company headquarters building. This is an onsite position 4 days per week with one remote workday.


JOB REQUIREMENTS


Education Requirements:

BS in Accounting or Finance required
CPA highly preferred


Experience Requirements :

Minimum 2 -5 years of experience in corporate income and/or partnership tax return preparation
Tax research experience preferred
Experience utilizing tax return preparation software (preferably CSC Corptax software)
Experience with accounting systems (Advanced MS Excel, Oracle, PowerPlan, UI Financial Planner, etc.)


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Ability to apply thorough technical knowledge of income and partnership tax returns
Thorough understanding of accounting issues
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong work ethic, able to pick up on concepts quickly, but also have a willingness to reach out for assistance when needed
Good business judgement
Strong organization and documentation skills
Ability to analyze current processes, identify issues, and recommend solutions
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with people at various levels, in the team environment and with other departments


Behavioral Attributes :

Self-directed with strong initiative
Uses discretion concerning confidential and sensitive issues/information
Organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
Versatile and resourceful
Able to make decisions
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrates continuous learning habits
Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with the company's values of unquestionable trust, superior performance, and total commitment


JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare federal and state income and partnership tax returns
Maintain partner capital account balances on a quarterly basis
Prepare quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS and state jurisdictions
Prepare intercompany tax allocations of consolidated tax data
Research tax laws, determine optimum tax treatments of complex transactions and document conclusions
Implement enacted federal and state tax laws into the tax compliance processes
Prepare amended income tax returns due to audit settlements
Respond to IRS and Department of Revenue information data requests
Assist subsidiaries' tax accounting personnel in identifying and understanding book/tax differences


About Southern Company

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: 13318


Job Category: Accounting & Auditing


Job Schedule: Full time


Company: Southern Company Services

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