Invoice Reconciler - Regional Planning Group

This position will report to the Regional Planning Team Leader for MPC Generation. The successful candidate will handle all aspects of service invoice reconciliation and the Maximo Labor Rate timesheet process. Duties include but are not limited to the following:

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Handling service invoice reconciliation for all MPC generating facilities and MPC SCS projects.

· Interpret terms and conditions of multiple Power Generation service contracts.

· Verifying service invoices are applied to the appropriate purchase orders, are using the approved/contracted rates, and have proper supporting documentation prior to invoice approval.

· Addressing invoice reconciliation issues as needed, including creating PO revisions and processing invoice holds.

· Auditing contractor labor and material requisition timesheets in the Labor Rate Module of Maximo for all MPC generating facilities in accordance with the Southern Company Maintenance and Modification Agreement (SCMMA).

· Providing secondary support to Contract/Contractor Support Specialists.

· Responsible for training labor rate contractors with onboarding and the Maximo timesheet process, including required invoice supporting documentation.

· Meet with vendors and contractors to build and maintain positive work relationships to foster consistency in contractor billing practices.

· Ability to strategically think, problem solve, and analyze to Identify and deliver gaps within the invoices approval process and implement solutions.

· Build and maintaining positive working relationships with internal Contract Administrators (project leads, system owners, etc.) to influence changes and efficiencies reflecting the invoice process.

· Submit monthly unrecorded liabilities to the financial department; reconcile previous unrecorded liabilities for all MPC generating plants.

· Participate in internal and external audits.

· Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required .

Experience Requirements:

• Experience in invoice processing (labor and/or third party) or Business-related degree strongly preferred .

• Knowledge of union agreements strongly preferred , SCMMA is a plus.

• Maximo Labor Rate knowledge preferred – preferably MPC/APC/GPC systems. Knowledge of POs, PO Revisions, etc. a plus.

• Experience with Accounting software - Oracle is a plus.

• Experience in Timekeeping (Labor and Third Party) in an industrial setting is a plus.

• Knowledge of contracts – billing documentation requirements in an industrial setting. Contractor invoicing/purchasing experience a plus.

• Experience working with Southern Company (or working with a Contractor working for Southern Company) is a plus.

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment is desired .

• Experience working with Contract Compliance is desired .

• Experience analyzing data and providing trends and reports is desired .

• Experience developing reports and presentations for management is desired .

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Proficiency in the following areas is required :

• Accounting/Auditing knowledge and skills

• Taking initiative/self-directed

• Organizational skills (Ability to multi-task.)

• Time management (Ability to meet deadlines.)

• Analytical skills (Continuous Improvement/Process Improvement)

• Oral communication

• Detailed oriented

• Written communication

• Interpersonal skills

• Customer focused

• Computer skills

Proficient in the use of the following computer software is required :

· Word

· Excel (Advanced Level including creating pivot tables, reports, etc.)

Proficient in the use of the following computer software is preferred :

· Enterprise Solutions (Maximo, MRS, Oracle) desired.

Mississippi Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, provides clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to more than 192,000 customers and communities in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. In its 98th year, Mississippi Power is a leader in customer service, workforce development and education, environmental stewardship, and employee volunteerism. The company is an industry leader when it comes to working safely, providing around-the-clock reliable service and its expert storm response. Mississippi Power has been at the forefront of innovation in the state through strategic partnerships in electric transportation and solar energy. The company has worked with the Coast Transit Authority to put the state’s first electric public transportation bus in operation and with Forrest County Agriculture High School on the state’s first electric school bus. It also partnered with the Hattiesburg Zoo on a new electric train and worked with the country’s largest Domino’s franchise to electrify its delivery fleet. Also, a leader in renewable energy, Mississippi Power partnered with the Naval Construction Battalion Center to install the first microgrid at a Navy facility. The company was among the first to introduce utility scale solar in the state with nearly 160 MW of renewable energy produced, enough to power 23,000 homes for a year. Mississippi Power’s mission is to provide world-class value to our customers and communities every day.

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: 5268

Job Category: Administrative & Clerical

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Mississippi Power