Tax Accountant

The purpose of this position is to timely and accurately prepare monthly, quarterly and annual federal, state, local and international transaction tax returns and monthly reconciliations. This position assists the Supervisor with research of applicable federal, state, local or international tax rules and regulations and analyzes Vertex sales and use tax system data. This position also gathers requested data for federal, state, local and international audits by tax authorities.

Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities by Competency

Business Execution:

• Timely and accurately prepares monthly, quarterly and annual federal, state, local and international transaction tax returns and monthly reconciliations.

• Gathers requested data for federal, state, local and international transaction tax audits by tax authorities.

Organizational Savvy

• Builds and maintains relationships with Business Units, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable to ensure Tax involvement in business initiatives.

• Ensures timely completion and filing of the transaction tax returns for which they are responsible

Business Acumen:

• Performs analysis of Vertex sales and use tax systems data to ensure accuracy.

• Analyzes general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable data to ensure proper recording of transaction tax data.

• Updates transaction tax rate tables for the compliance and billing systems.

Communication:

• Issues exemption certificates for vendors and receives and tracks exemption certificates from customers.

Problem Solving:

• Assists Supervisor in identifying and implementing process changes as necessary to streamline the processes and mitigate compliance risks.

• Maximizes utilization and functionality of transaction tax technology decision and returns system.

Teamwork:

• Works closely with the business units to respond to transaction tax questions.

• Assists Supervisor with research for federal, state and local and international transaction taxes

Qualifications

Education, Certifications/Licenses:

• BA/BS degree in business, Finance or Accounting required

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMI (Certified Member of the Institute of Professionals in Taxation) preferred

Related Work Experience:

• 3+ years tax experience in a similar sized organization or public accounting firm or the equivalent combination of education, experience and training required

• Demonstrated experience in preparing transaction tax returns or relevant experience.

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Required

• MS Excel – advanced proficiency

• MS Word – intermediate proficiency

• Time management skills

• Strong accuracy skills and attention to detail

Preferred:

• Vertex sales and use tax software

• Oracle Cloud Financials

• Proficiency with tax research software

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 9298

Job Category: Accounting & Auditing

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services