Internal Controls Technology Analyst

This position will help efforts to ensure the Company complies with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) and work directly with the Technology Organization and Business Units throughout Southern Company. This position will be responsible for performing and documenting control walkthroughs, updating flowcharts/narratives, designing controls, creating control test plans, performing control testing, and evaluating exceptions/deficiencies. Responsibilities also include developing and enhancing relationships with the Technology Organization and business units.

Per current corporate policy, this position requires the successful applicant to work in the in the office a minimum of four days per week at either the Georgia Power or Alabama Power Headquarters.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Assist in executing Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance framework. This includes, but is not limited to,performing risk assessments and control rationalizations, and designing and testingIT General Controls and automated controls.
• Perform and document walkthroughs and interviews of control owners and performers to develop comprehensive understanding of end-to-end processes and controls
• Prepare reports and other communications for management regarding controls monitoring and testing results.
• Support special projects as needed, which may include new system implementations and enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external audit teams on SOX-related activities.
• Identify process improvements to achieve Company and department goals of alignment and efficiency.Collaborate with control stakeholders and internal controls team to implement these improvements.
• Assess and evaluate control deficiencies thoroughly and timely and communicate status to impacted stakeholders.
  
  

Education & Certifications

• A bachelor’s degree in management or computer information systems, technology with an emphasis in financial systems, accounting, or finance is required.
• Certifications such as CISA, CPA, or CIA or willingness to pursue certification is strongly preferred.
  
  

Experience

• 1- 2 years of Internal Controls or Internal Audit, or External Audit experience in Big 4 or public accounting, relating to IT processes (Access Management, Change Management, and IT Operations) is preferred.
• Experience performing risk assessments, walkthroughs, controls design, controls testing, and deficiency evaluations is preferred.
• Experience with digital analytics and automation to drive insights and efficiencies is preferred.
  
  

Preferred Areas Of Knowledge

• Internal control and risk assessment concepts, particularly around IT general controls and automated controls
• Relevant audit standards and frameworks (i.e. Auditing Standard 5, COSO 2013 Internal Control Framework)
• Key report evaluation and testing (i.e., reports used in control testing)
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Creating and using data analytics
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Effective conflict management and resolution
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and foster lasting relationships
• Effective organization skills
• Excellent teamwork abilities both within immediate team as well as across the enterprise
  
  

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: 11174

Job Category: Accounting & Auditing

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services