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FirstEnergy · 10 hours ago

Consultant - Finance

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility committed to operational excellence and community strength. They are seeking a Finance Business Partner to provide financial insights that drive performance and align financial objectives with business goals, serving as a bridge between business and finance departments.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Act as the primary finance point of contact for assigned business units, building strong and collaborative relationships with stakeholders

Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for both financial and non-financial audiences

Partner with leadership teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and long-term strategic plans

Present findings and suggestions to senior management through reports, presentations, and meetings in a compelling and influential manner

Understand the company's strategy in order to provide insights into how different initiatives may affect financial results

Monitor and analyze business performance, highlighting opportunities and risks to drive improvements

Support key investment decisions with robust financial analysis and scenario modeling

Provide guidance on cost control and return on investment

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial goals are aligned with operational objectives

Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure clear communications about support areas financials

Ability to work independently and have self-driven motivation

Qualification

Finance Business PartneringFinancial AnalysisForecastingCFACPAMBAExcelSAPAnalytical AbilitiesInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Abilities

Required

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, Economics or a related field is required

A minimum of 10 years' relevant work experience at progressively increasing levels of responsibility and complexity is required

Excellent analytical abilities

Ability to work independently or as part of a team effort on assignments that may be broad in nature

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to effectively structure and present information and recommendations involving complex accounting issues

Strong interpersonal skills to work with all levels of employees and leadership

Desire to learn, grow and work across FirstEnergy, and deliver quality and accurate work within established deadlines

Relevant work experience includes proven experience in finance business partnering, FP&A, or similar roles

Strong analytical, modeling, and problem-solving abilities

Ability to interpret complex financial data, create forecasts, and provide insights related to trends and patterns

Capability to identify trends, assess financial performance, and make informed recommendations based on this analysis

Possess a deep understanding of the business environment in which the organization operates, including awareness of market trends, regulatory changes, and economic factors that could impact the business

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information and influence stakeholders

Exceptional interpersonal skills; able to build trust and credibility across different functions and levels of the organization

Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., Excel, SAP, and Reporting Platforms)

Financially minded with a proactive and collaborative approach

Ability to juggle multiple projects and prioritize work in a dynamic environment

Preferred

Advanced degrees such as CFA, CPA or MBA is preferred

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