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FirstEnergy · 1 day ago

Tax Analyst

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. The Tax Analyst will contribute to the Tax Department by performing tax accounting, financial reporting, tax planning and analysis, and supporting regulatory proceedings.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Performing various accounting and analytical tasks to support calculation of the income tax provision, including preparing journal entries for monthly and quarterly closing and documentation relating to financial reporting and internal control functions

Interacting with the company’s independent auditor during quarterly or annual closing and financial reporting

Reconciling various tax accounts as needed

Compiling and analyzing data necessary to support the preparation and filing of federal and state income tax returns

Compiling and analyzing data necessary to support the preparation and filing of various regulatory reports and/or rate cases for the distribution and transmission businesses

Supporting financial forecasts by reviewing temporary and permanent book-tax differences impacting segment and consolidated taxable income and effective tax rates, and effectively communicating results

Performing research and analysis concerning the technical tax and accounting implications of various transactions, which may include collaboration with the general accounting research team

Drafting memoranda to support tax positions

Participating in special projects in the Tax or Controller’s departments, or representing the Tax department on cross-functional teams throughout the company

Taking the initiative to solve problems and bring issues to closure

Collaborating openly and honestly as part of a team

Demonstrating a continuous improvement mindset

Demonstrating a commitment to excellence

Acting ethically and with integrity in all aspects of the job

Demonstrating a commitment to safety

Promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment

Qualification

Tax accounting principlesCPAMicrosoft OfficeSAPCommunication skillsCritical thinkingOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum 4-7 years tax experience working in an accounting firm or corporate tax department

Bachelor's degree in accounting required

Demonstrated experience with ASC 740 income tax accounting principles

Must be a Tax professional who is inquisitive, possesses excellent organizational and communication skills, and has the ability to adapt to rapidly evolving priorities

Strong communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex tax concepts and effectively explain the business impacts to management

Critical thinking skills and high learning agility

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

Preferred

CPA or Master's degree in taxation preferred

Experience with SAP 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