Financial Analyst (Distribution Portfolio) - Reading, PA

FirstEnergy Careers • Reading, PA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

This is for two (2) open positions with the FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. The Financial Analyst - Distribution Portfolio conducts data mining, data interpretation and disseminating information to the leadership team for review and analysis. The business analyst works closely with stakeholders to identify goals, best practices, and other active methods for gathering and analyzing data as it relates to the needs of the organization. This individual provides statistical insights that help the decision-making process and align capital and resource allocation within the business budget. The business analyst drives fresh initiatives for safety, financial planning and business data utilization and identifies business areas that can be improved for safety performance, increased efficiency, and strengthen business processes. The business analyst works closely with others throughout state operations to communicate their findings and helps implement changes to support state model objectives. The preferred onsite reporting location is the Reading Office in Reading, PA. The corporate office in Greensburg, PA will be considered. Applicants must indicate that they are willing to relocate to PA.

Requirements

• Two-to-four-year degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering or related discipline and minimum 7 to 10 years’ related work experience is required.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum 10 to 13 years’ related work experience is required. Related work experience includes planning/analysis, performance reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Previous utility experience is required.
• A solid understanding of Microsoft Office applications – pivot tables, vlookups, filtering.
• Strong computer application experience in the Microsoft suite: (Excel, and Word); able to develop presentations in PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interpret and communicate data.
• Excellent analytical abilities.
• Able to work well under pressure, manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Able to build strong working relationships to support leaders and business units.
• Understanding of regulatory reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
• Apply new technology to its fullest potential to reach operational process improvement goals.
• Model active learning through continuing to learn, develop breadth of knowledge, skills and perspective.

Nice To Haves

• Strong Power BI application experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compiling and interpreting data, from various resources, in a concise and professional manner.
• Developing charts, tables, presentations, and other elements of data visualization .
• Identifying and prioritizing the organization's functional and technical needs and requirements.
• Creating models and reports to support business decisions.
• Understanding business strategies, goals, and requirements.
• Forecasting monthly projects, budgeting, monthly accruals, and performing both variance analysis and financial analysis.
• Engaging in multi-year investment planning including long-term portfolio monitoring, annual development cycles, and strategic planning.
• Supporting other business units with data requests; Workforce Development, Business Services.
• Building respectful and effective working relationships with state leaders and key stakeholders in multiple business units to work collaboratively on various requests and initiatives.
• Collaborating with state leaders on various data requests and providing interpretation.
• Describing opportunities and solutions for the business model.
• Responding to requests in a timely manner.
• Delivering quality and accurate work within established deadlines.
• Providing storm support, as required, including off-hours, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• competitive pay plus incentive compensation
• a company-sponsored pension plan
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
• a 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