Principal, Tax

Principal, Tax Planning 

This position is a key role in the tax planning department of Southern Company Corporate Tax. 

This position is onsite 4 days per week in Atlanta, GA.

Job Responsibilities 

• Research tax issues and properly document conclusions and risk
• Serve as project manager on federal tax planning initiatives (ie; PWA, domestic content,     R&D, etc.)
• Assist with the management of the IRS CAP Exam 
• Assist with tax planning for mergers and acquisitions, and asset purchases and sales
• Address federal tax questions from various business teams and subsidiaries as required
• Provide federal tax support for other functions inside the company, HR, Payroll, IT and corporate development
• Identify and implement tax savings strategies for current and new business activities
• Assistance with all federal tax-related matters encountered in the financial planning process
• Partner with corporate functions, business leaders, and external advisers on various business and federal tax planning matters
• Develop, mentor, coach and manage staff ensuring the development of employees through orientation, training, establishing objectives, communication of rules, and constructive discipline
• Manage Corporate Tax relationship with other operating companies of Southern Company
• Provide technical assistance to the federal tax compliance group in preparation of tax returns
• Consult with outside advisors as appropriate
• Assist with required tax disclosures for financial statement purposes

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Tax or JD required.  LLM degree preferred. 
• Must have at least 10+ years of experience in corporate income tax.  Utility industry experience preferred.
• Communication - strong tax research and writing skills; ability to communicate federal tax issues in a business-oriented language to peers,  senior management and c-suite executives.
• Leadership – active, positive presence in the department
• 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

 Skills and Abilities

• Communication - strong tax research and writing skills; ability to communicate federal tax issues in a business-oriented language to peers,  senior management and c-suite executives.
• Leadership – active, positive presence in the department
• 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

 

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. 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.