Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis

FirstEnergy • Akron, OH

2h • Onsite

About The Position

The Analyst will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and performance reporting for assigned business units. The role serves as a key liaison between Finance and Corporate Business Unit Leadership, providing insight and support to drive informed business decisions. The reporting location for this on-site position is FirstEnergy’s corporate headquarters, located at 341 White Pond Drive, Akron, OH 44320. The Analyst's primary responsibilities include analyzing and interpreting financial data, developing reporting solutions, supporting forecasting and planning activities, and serving as a primary point of contact for financial matters within assigned areas. This position reports to the Manager, Corporate Back Office Support and operates as a strategic financial partner to assigned business units and is located at the Corporate Office in Akron, Ohio.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of four years of relevant financial, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, or analytical experience.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate, high-quality work within established deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the utility or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of SAP and related financial systems.
• Experience with QlikView, UIPlanner, or other reporting and planning tools.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, data manipulation, analysis, and presentation of information for various audiences.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, profit center accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to research issues, identify solutions, and provide recommendations.
• Proven desire to learn, grow and build strong business relationships across the organization.
• Ability to anticipate business needs and proactively address questions.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial processes, including reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and long-range strategic planning.
• Prepare and distribute recurring financial reports and analysis for management and business partners.
• Partner with leadership and peers to provide exceptional customer service, proactive financial support, and actionable insights.
• Conduct ad hoc financial and operational analyses, interpret results, and support implementation of business and process improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, amortizations, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain financial master data and ensure accuracy of financial information.
• Monitor financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities within assigned business units.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships across Finance and other business functions.
• Recommend improvements to financial processes, reporting, and controls to enhance efficiency and business value.
• Exercise sound judgment and operate independently while managing assigned projects and responsibilities.
• Support FirstEnergy's financial and strategic objectives through data-driven analysis and recommendations.
• Demonstrate alignment with FirstEnergy's Core Values, Behaviors, and Finance organization priorities.

Benefits

• competitive pay plus incentive compensation
• company-sponsored pension plan
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
• choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs
• skills development training with tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level