Auditor at Southern Company in Birmingham, AL

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will conduct assurance and advisory engagements to evaluate the effectiveness of various processes throughout the Company, specifically in the Accounting, Finance, or Treasury areas for Southern Company and its subsidiaries. This position will also identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with policies and procedures. It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to execute audit plans and programs, including risk assessments and testing strategies in accordance with audit policies and Institute of Internal Auditing (IIA) standards. The successful candidate will perform fieldwork, collect and analyze data, and prepare detailed audit reports on a team with minimal supervision.

You must be willing to work onsite 4 days per week at Southern Company HQ in Atlanta, GA or Alabama Power HQ in Birmingham, AL.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Build and sustain relationships with audit clients across all levels of the Company.

Thoroughly perform and document audit and advisory work to ensure conformance with Global Internal Audit Standards established by the IIA

Formulate insightful questions for audit customers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the business process being audited

Promote cooperation and foster teamwork to accomplish audit objectives

Exhibit strong organizational and time management skills necessary to effectively complete scheduled audits and ad hoc requests

Manage time effectively, work efficiently, and meet project deadlines and budget

Clearly present financial analytics to non-financial stakeholders

Effectively communicate audit observations visually in engagement reports

Use critical thinking skills to produce workable solutions to a range of problems and contribute new ideas to improve Internal Audit and other organizations

REQUIREMENTS

Education and Certification:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. Advanced degree is a plus.

Certified Public Accountant or has met the eligibility requirements to sit for the CPA and has plans to obtain license within 2 years of joining the department

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

Minimum 6 months of experience in Accounting or Finance related field

Prior public accounting experience is a plus

Strong knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)

Knowledge of FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) accounting standards a plus

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing demands, multitask, and manage competing priorities effectively

Proven capability to analyze large amounts of data using the most suitable software or tool; Proficiency in Alteryx and Microsoft Power BI desired

Effectively collaborate within a team setting or work independently with confidence, keeping management informed as appropriate

Strong self-motivation to stay productive without direct supervision

Openness to adjusting work practices based on feedback and changing circumstances

Established ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external partners