Job Description

• Must have at least 5 years of corporate income tax experience (required).

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration required (Accounting or Finance preferred)

• Research tax issues and properly document conclusions and risk

• Serve as project manager on federal tax planning initiatives

• Assist with the management of the IRS CAP Exam

• Address federal tax questions from various business teams and subsidiaries as required

• Provide federal tax support for other functions inside the company, including HR, Payroll, Supply Chain and Accounts Payable

• Partner with corporate functions, business leaders, and external advisers on various business and federal tax planning matters

• Manage the Federal Tax Department relationship with other operating companies of Southern Company

• Provide technical assistance to the federal tax compliance group in preparation of tax returns

• Communicate federal tax issues in a business-oriented language to peers and senior management

• Consult with outside advisors as appropriate

• Assist with required tax disclosures for financial statement purposes

Licensing or Certifications for Tax Planning

• Strong tax research and writing skills

• Experience with financial and tax planning

• Process-oriented - excellent project management skills, can prioritize effectively to meet deadlines and consistently deliver results

• Team-oriented – strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a cross-functional team

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration required (Accounting or Finance preferred)

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 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: 7178

Job Category: Accounting & Auditing

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services