Corporate Accounting Fuel Accountant

Southern Company•Birmingham, AL

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will work directly with Alabama Power Company's (APC) Accounting Finance and Treasury (AFT) organization, AFT management, other system departments, other operational management, internal auditors, external auditors, and any other providers or users of accounting data to ensure compliance with emerging and changing issues. We will consider teleworking options for locations outside of Birmingham, with the understanding that frequent trips to Birmingham will be required.

Requirements

BS or BA in Accounting is required
2+ years of work experience in an accounting discipline
Knowledge and ability to apply GAAP and SEC rules and reporting requirements
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Committee of Sponsoring Organization framework
Ability to research and understand accounting transactions and regulatory issues and provide sound guidance
Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to communicate accounting applications and analysis to non-financial personnel
Exhibit strong initiative and require minimal supervision
Must handle confidential and sensitive information

Nice To Haves

CPA and an advanced degree are preferred
Experience with a public accounting firm is desirable
Knowledge of FERC System of Accounts and rate making concepts a plus

Responsibilities

Calculate fuel and purchased power regulatory clause recovery for review by accounting management and filing with the Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC)
Prepare monthly journals for fuel, purchased power, wholesale revenue and joint owner processes
Analyze and report on Income Statement/balance sheet/cash flow results for presentation at management meetings
Perform account reconciliations and prepare operating reports and schedules
Perform Joint Owner billings and reporting
Prepare financial reporting information related to the fuel, wholesale revenues, purchased power and joint owner processes, such as Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) filings
Provide reports and coordinate responses to APSC inquiries