Financial Analyst - Portfolio Forecasting & Data Insights

FirstEnergy; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pension plan

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, vision, life

Tuition reimbursement

Workforce diversity

Job summary

FirstEnergy is seeking a Business Analyst to support the Distribution Portfolio and Utility Coordination team. You will manage data and reporting using Power BI, QlikView, and SAP, translating complex financial data into actionable insights for project planning and forecasting.

The role requires 4+ years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced utility environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred; or equivalent experience
• 4+ years relevant experience (7+ without degree)
• Experience with data analysis, forecasting, and process improvement
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP, Oracle, or QlikView preferred
• Ability to deliver accurate work within deadlines

Responsibilities

• Reporting & Data Management
• Develop and maintain accurate financial and operational reports using 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

Skills

Power BI

QlikView

Forecasting

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

SAP

Oracle

QlikView

Report automation

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Relevant work experience

Tools

SAP

Sage

Navigator

HVK

OPPM

Ecosys

Unifier

Job description

FirstEnergy is seeking a Business Analyst to support the Distribution Portfolio and Utility Coordination team. You will manage data and reporting using Power BI, QlikView, and SAP, translating complex financial data into actionable insights for project planning and forecasting.

The role requires 4+ years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced utility environment.