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FirstEnergy · 4 months ago

Load Forecasting Analyst

Akron, OH, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$63K/yr - $121K/yr

2+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. They are seeking a Load Forecasting Analyst to provide financial planning and reporting activities, supporting financial forecasting and analysis specific to the regulated distribution and transmission business segment. The role involves preparing energy, peak load, and revenue forecasts to aid decision-making within the company.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support the customer, energy and revenue forecast processes

Represent the Company’s energy load forecasts through rate proceedings and other regulatory filings as needed

Streamline existing and develop new forecasting processes to improve accuracy and efficiency

Effective use of data mining and analytical tools to enhance forecast processes and prepare relevant analyses

Evaluate forecast input data for accuracy, with the ability to detect trends and outliers

Support regulatory filings related to forecasts

Coordinating periodic actual results and forecasting data reporting, including various forms of financial management schedules

Providing excellent customer service through timely and accurate information, analysis and reporting

Able to develop positive working relationships with employees at all levels

Offer ideas and suggestions to improve complex work processes and projects

Supporting the tracking and analysis of the financial key performance indicators

Developing effective working relationships with employees at all levels of FirstEnergy

Understanding the financial and strategic goals of FirstEnergy

Perform various customer analyses by effectively compiling, analyzing and comparing large volumes of billing data

Maintain a safe workplace for coworkers

Qualification

Data analysisForecasting processesFinancial statement analysisMicrosoft OfficeProgramming languagesAnalytical abilitiesCritical thinkingCommunication skillsTeamworkTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Finance or related discipline required

A minimum of 2 years' relevant work experience is required

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience working with large datasets

Demonstrate a questioning attitude to learn, produce results, and develop relationships

Strong critical thinking skills

Desire to continue to learn and grow

Display analytical abilities, including problem solving and decision making

Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines

Sound written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Preferred

Advanced degree a plus

Experience with programming languages, such as Python, R, and SQL a plus

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

Company

FirstEnergy

Glassdoor3.6

We are a forward-thinking electric utility centered on integrity, powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

Founded in 1997

Akron, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees