**Business Operations Accounting & Budgeting Manager** **_SCS Technical Shared Services, Business Operations_** _This position will be located in Atlanta, GA_ **POSITION SUMMARY** This position is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the accounting and budgeting processes with respect to the overall Business Operations strategy to enable effective capital deployment across Southern Company. This position will be part of a broader team responsible for implementing Business Operations elements across major capital initiatives, including power generation expansion projects, power delivery infrastructure improvements, and other critical support initiatives within Southern Company. Specifically, this position will: + Oversee the development, approval, and execution of the accounting and budgeting element for Business Operations to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory and intra-company requirements. + Coordinate and interface with various Operating Company’s capital project teams and Accounting, Finance & Treasury (AFT) organizations + Provide accounting and budgeting expertise to ensure costs and forecasts are captured and reported to meet project(s) and Company needs. + Serve as the primary point of contact for all project financial matters and assist in all cost-related audits for the project + Assist Project Teams with regulatory filings and internal audits + Provide analyses of budget variances and projections and prepare presentations and other informational documentation for executive management review This position is responsible for planning, organizing, setting direction, and engaging its team to enable successful execution of the results described above. At the same time, this position must energize and motivate its team to maintain high performance and build a strong sense of teamwork that produces results, promotes efficient work processes, and places an emphasis on effective internal customer relationships, communication, and sound internal controls. This position is responsible for providing guidance, opportunities, and a work environment that enables direct reports to achieve departmental and company business objectives, as well as their desired professional development. **POSITION QUALIFICATIONS** **_Requirements:_** + Utility accounting, budgeting and /or financial planning experience + Working knowledge of basic public utility operations + Understanding of Southern Company’s current suite of budgeting and reporting methodology, systems, and tools **_Strongly Preferred:_** + Supervisory experience + BS Accounting or Finance preferred, CPA or advanced degree a plus + Utility regulatory experience a plus + Operational or corporate budgeting experience a plus. + Construction project experience a plus **_Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:_** + Strong analytical skills are critical – must have the ability to analyze data and discern relevant trends, explain variances, and identify cost drivers + Ability to manage projects of various complexities simultaneously and meet deadlines + Strong organizational & interpersonal skills + Strong oral and written communication skills + Strong motivational, leadership, and employee-development skills + Computer skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Southern Company budgeting and reporting systems + Ability to effectively respond to changing business needs + Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with diverse groups + Strong analytical skills and attention to detail **_Behavioral Attributes:_** + Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance + Must have strong interpersonal skills, be a self-starter, a decision-maker, flexible, self-directed, and a team player + Must build and maintain effective relationships internally and externally + Must possess ability to bring consensus and buy-in among people with different views and agendas + Must be able to influence individuals outside of formal reporting relationships, including peers and senior management **BENEFITS** + Competitive Pay + Excellent benefits packages which includes: + Medical and dental coverage + Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan + Performance-sharing plan + 401(k) plan with a generous company match + Bonus opportunities + Tuition Reimbursement **_***Please submit an updated resume with your application***_** 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: 10146 Job Category: Accounting & Auditing Job Schedule: Full time Company: Southern Company Services