GAAP Accountant | Analytics & Controls Lead

Mississippi Power; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, seeks an accounting professional to ensure timely preparation and reporting of financial information to management, investors, and regulatory bodies. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, internal controls, and accurate monthly entries.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency with Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of accounting theory.

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge is required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Excel preferred
• Knowledge of accounting theory

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly entries, financial statements and respond to regulatory data requests
• Reconcile account balances to the general ledger
• Monitor accounting information and internal controls to ensure GAAP compliance
• Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned areas, resolving control & process issues and applying accounting/system knowledge
• Assist company personnel in solving problems and training on accounting concepts, systems and procedures

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting theory

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Advanced degree or certification desired

Tools

Excel

Job description

Mississippi Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, seeks an accounting professional to ensure timely preparation and reporting of financial information to management, investors, and regulatory bodies. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, internal controls, and accurate monthly entries.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency with Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of accounting theory.