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Staff Accountant - GA Power Corp (Hybrid In-Office & Remote)

Location:
Atlanta, GA
Description:

Staff Accountant - Georgia Power Company ** Please Note : This is a hybrid remote position that will require both IN-OFFICE AND remote work . Description The Staff Accountant position will be responsible for supporting the accounting activities of Georgia Power. The position will primarily have responsibility for the monthly closing of the Company's financial records and timely and accurate preparation of documents to support internal and external reporting objectives, including SEC Forms 10-Q and 10-K and FERC Forms 1 and 3-Q. This position will report to Georgia Power's Accounting Team Lead and will work closely with adjacent Financial Reporting and other support groups within Georgia Power and the Southern Company system, as well as with internal and external auditors. Major Job Responsibilities Ensure timely and accurate preparation of journals to ensure timely month end closing and integrity of financials. Complete account reconciliations by scheduled due date and ensure adequate supporting documentation is attached to the reconciliation. Prepare assigned sections of required external reports for FERC Forms 1 and 3Q, as well as SEC Form 10-K as needed. Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations, including compilation of control evidence. Provide expertise in accounting and reporting matters to internal and external auditors. Promote innovation, improve repetitive processes, and create efficiencies in a dynamic workflow environment. Responsibilities will include accounting for cash management transactions, bank reconciliations, purchase power agreements, and month-end accruals. Job Requirements Basic Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting Up to 3 years of experience in the accounting field Proficiency in applying U.S. GAAP Preferred Qualifications Master's degree and/or CPA (or equivalent) Experience in public accounting, technical accounting research, FERC/utility accounting, and/or financial reporting Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP is a plus Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated ability to multi-task and perform with a high level of accuracy to meet tight and often conflicting deadlines Strong project management skills, including prioritizing tasks, building effective working relationships, balancing workload demands, anticipating next steps, and adapting quickly to changing needs Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with people at various levels, including executive management Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to present financial information in a clear, concise manner; detail-oriented Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and research capability, decision-maker; ability to simplify issues into an understandable and achievable plan of action Intellectual curiosity, questioning attitude, and active in professional development Possesses a professional demeanor and provides exceptional customer service Intermediate experience with Excel (e.g. formulas, pivot tables, etc.) Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Our Values Ability to function in a hybrid working environment, working both remotely and in-person at the Georgia Power Corporate Office in Atlanta, GA PDN-9c11d123-e6a2-4533-bcde-474625ec2e4c
Company:
Southern Company
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