Rep Sr, Accounting

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

98d

About The Position

The Accounting Rep will be responsible for processing and verifying electronic labor module and manual invoices in Oracle/Maximo, investigating/troubleshooting invoice errors, researching contracts, processing vendor payments, ensuring accruals are booked appropriately, and maintaining contractor files.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• College experience or degree (AS or BS) would be a plus
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Must have previous experience with administrative or financial-related compliance responsibilities including deadline driven tasks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple or changing priorities
• Must be able to work efficiently with minimum supervision
• The ability to work well with all levels of employees and management is required
• Successful candidate must be proficient with company computer programs/software including Maximo and Oracle
• Proven trustworthiness in maintaining sensitive/confidential information is essential

Responsibilities

• Process invoices in accordance with the Southern Company Procurement and Payment Guidelines
• Proficiency in Maximo & Oracle applications
• Two-way match invoices
• Three-way match invoices
• Non-PO invoice processing
• Coordinate field approval
• Ensure Lien Waiver requirements are met
• Verify appropriate rates with contracts
• Resolve invoice holds & discrepancies in a timely manner
• Ensure timely payment
• Perform Labor Module contractor invoice verification
• Resolve invoice inquiries from Southern Accounts payable
• Provide variance explanations related to invoice processing to management monthly
• Assist in research of contract files, contract terms and conditions
• Ensure costs are accrued appropriately and in accordance with GPC GAP 74
• Prepare monthly Unassigned Liabilities Report
• Process check requests
• Produce routine and specific reports as needed
• Ensure compliance with SOX
• Understand and comply with the Generation Playbook, GPC Corporate Accounting Policies, General Accounting Procedures, and Corporate Policies
• Master the Southern Company Classification of Accounts Manual; capable of applying correct - Activity, Project, FERC account, Expense Type, etc. to all invoices
• Utilize a wide variety of systems (iExpense, Documentum, Maximo, Oracle)

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED