Strategic Analyst - Transmission Finance

Job-:
Analyst

Location:

Akron, OH, United States Workplace:
On-site

Schedule:

Full time Posted:
First Energy at a Glance We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

First Energy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, First Energy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity This is an open position with First Energy Service Company, a subsidiary of First Energy Corp. This is a full-time, on-site position beginning in Akron, Ohio but may move to Brecksville, Ohio in the future.

Summary Highly motivated Analyst to serve as a strategic partner to the Vice President of Transmission Finance. This role operates at the center of the organization, driving executive-level communications, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring leadership priorities are executed with precision. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.

Responsibilities Include:

Develop and deliver executive-level presentations, board materials, and leadership communications that clearly convey complex financial and operational insights

Lead and coordinate high-priority projects and cross-functional initiatives on behalf of the VP, ensuring alignment, accountability, and timely execution

Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, tracking progress and proactively identifying risks and opportunities

Support executive decision-making through data analysis, insights, and synthesis of key business drivers

Manage meeting cadence, agendas, and follow-ups for leadership forums; ensure outcomes are documented and advanced

Serve as a liaison across finance, operations, and senior leadership to drive alignment and communication

Qualifications Include:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required;
Advanced degree preferred

Minimum 10 years professional work experience required, energy industry experience a plus Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Word Proficient with PowerBIDemonstrate a questioning attitude to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships

Desire to continue to learn, grow and work across First Energy and deliver results

Excellent analytical abilities

General knowledge of financial statement analysis and GAAPDeliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Proficiency with SAP preferred

Understanding of FERC and formula rates preferred

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity At First Energy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes 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, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement.

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