Business Support Analyst

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

10h

About The Position

The Business Support Analyst will provide business, technical, and financial accounting support for the Customer Service Operations Revenue Analysis team and electric system operating companies. This position is responsible for providing timely support and accurate delivery for daily and month end processing of all Customer Information System (CIS) financial transactions and controls including problem resolution and process improvement. The position is also responsible for developing, maintaining, and reporting on the Customer Service Operations departmental budget. 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.

Requirements

• Must have 1 year of experience in Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Cash Accounting or Accounting
• Must have experience with MS Excel, including pivot tables
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Solid analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to analyze data and convey findings
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships at all levels, both internal and external
• Take personal responsibility for learning and supporting business objectives
• Possess a high degree of self-awareness with a focus on closing gaps
• Basic understanding of financial accounting and reporting concepts
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication with an ability obtain and garner support from colleagues
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize while taking responsibility and ownership for projects while working with minimal supervision
• Possess an inquisitive mindset seeking to constantly learn

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or other discipline is preferred
• Region and/or corporate customer service experience with a working knowledge of CIS is preferred
• Entry level accounting acumen is desired
• Knowledge of utility FERC/Sub accounting practices is desirable

Responsibilities

• Balance, compare, and document CIS transactions associated with operating company revenues, taxes, un-collectibles, accounts receivables, deposits, and unmapped transactions, including month-end balancing activities
• Perform daily balancing and control activities including CIS and Operating Company financials, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and summary billing reconciliation, review of refund checks, and cross Operating Company cash transactions and initiate transfer of funds between operating companies
• Perform month end charge off analysis
• Perform analysis of CIS transaction out-of-balance conditions, and prepare system investigation requests
• Assist in creating and maintaining the annual department budget including monthly variance reports
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of journals with appropriate support resulting in timely month-end closing and integrity of financials
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Section controls and other internal operational controls, including compilation of control evidence
• Engage with various internal departments, including operating company revenue accounting and treasury

Benefits

• competitive base salary
• annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
• incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees