Financial Analyst - WV & MD Engineering Services - Fairmont MonPower Transmission

FirstEnergy 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. FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy 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 FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. This position can be located any FE Headquarter locations The selected candidate may be offered a position within the same job family, at a level that is lower than what was posted. This will be determined based upon the results of the interview process which considers the candidate's skills, work history, experience level, and other relevant qualifications. The Distribution Portfolio and Utility Coordination (DPUC) Team manages Distribution investments and shared-use activities to ensure safe, compliant, and financially optimized outcomes while protecting FirstEnergy's assets, supporting reliable service, and fulfilling regulatory and stakeholder commitments. The DPUC department’s responsibilities are as follows: Identify, evaluate, and sequence capital projects that align with FirstEnergy's strategic, regulatory, and operational objectives Oversee the current-year portfolio to ensure projects are delivered on time, on scope, and on budget while balancing tradeoffs and ensuring compliance with governance processes and emergent needs Maintain an accurate view of capital expenditures by continuously updating project forecasts, monitoring variances, and integrating changes into the current and out-year plans Receive, evaluate, and process Joint Use attachment projects from beginning to end to meet FirstEnergy regulatory objectives, while maximizing cost recovery and measuring financial impacts Coordinate with Legal, Supply Chain, and State Engineering to prepare agreement packages and maintain a tracking database for reimbursable DOT relocation projects Develop and maintain reports and metrics for late tickets, on-time performance, and ticket volume to mitigate dig-in damages and violation claims from state PUCs This role supports the forecasting and management of key portfolio and utility coordination components, including budgets, resources, materials, project schedules, regulatory timelines and work plans. This position provides analytical and reporting support to the Distribution Portfolio and Utility Coordination team, helping ensure accurate insights into project performance, financials, benefits and risks. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting & Data Management Develop and maintain accurate financial and operational reports using tools such as Power BI, QlikView, TOAD Data Point, and Microsoft Office. Analyze data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. Ensure data integrity through regular validation and updates. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with internal and external stakeholders to align priorities and ensure consistent processes. Serve as a liaison to facilitate clear communication across teams. Executive Reporting Support development of concise, executive-level presentations. Translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights. Systems & Tools Utilize systems such as SAP, Sage, Navigator, HVK, OPPM, Ecosys, and Unifier to generate reports. Identify and implement process improvements and reporting automation. Analytical Support Provide insights to support project planning, estimating, forecasting, and decision-making. Assist in monitoring project scope, estimates, budget, and schedule performance. Execute forecasting for Utility Coordination’s Joint Use budgets Storm Support Respond to and assist during storm restoration events, including off hours, weekends and holidays. Qualifications for the Analyst III Position include: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or related discipline required. Advanced degree is a plus but not required Minimum 4 years relevant work experience required. Relevant experience includes risk management, program management, change management and facilitation, or other strategic project leadership roles Other work experiences will be considered if they are demonstrated to be applicable to successfully performing this role Experience working with diverse teams and building an inclusive work environment. Project management skills Effective communications skills, written and verbal, including excellent PowerPoint skills and the ability to create presentations tailored to all audiences, from individual contributors through Executive Council and the Board of Directors Strong understanding or ability to learn risk management processes Highest standards of business conduct and ethical behaviors Role models and reinforces the FE Values & Behaviors Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Qualifications for Analyst IV Position include all the above plus: Minimum 7 years relevant work experience required. Relevant experience includes risk analytics, data science, forecasting, quantitative and/or qualitative research, and/or risk management. Other work experiences will be considered if they are demonstrated to be applicable to successfully performing this role. Strategic thinking and thought leadership with respect to risks and opportunities facing the utility industry and FirstEnergy Excellent communications skills, written and verbal Qualifications for Analyst V Position all the above plus: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required. MBA or relevant master’s degree a plus. Minimum 10+ years of relevant work experience required Strong financial acumen and analytical skills and the ability to connect financial data to business decisions Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); advanced knowledge of Excel a plus SAP knowledge is preferred Strong understanding of financial cost flows / concepts Familiarity with QlikView or other reporting tools Excellent written and oral communication skills Utility or regulated industry experience a plus Demonstrate a questioning attitude to learn, produce results and develop relationships Desire to learn, grow and work across FirstEnergy and deliver results Ability to anticipate questions ahead of time (think and act proactively) Superior analytical abilities Ability to formally present complex subject matter to all levels of management Maintains a continuous improvement mindset and seeks opportunities to improve and enhance processes in a self-directed manor Ability to manage multiple tasks/duties while maintaining accuracy and timeliness Foster a culture of learning by actively sharing knowledge/expertise and supporting team development Additional Expectations for all levels: Perform responsibilities with increased autonomy and expertise Lead initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement efforts Provide advanced analytical insights and mentorship where applicable Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity At FirstEnergy, 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. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy prou