Reference #: 100771FirstEnergy 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. [FEU]

　　Work location will be determined based on business needs and the selected candidate.The Business Analyst position in Transmission Portfolio Management is responsible for the creation of project master data in SAP (work orders and WBS's) as requested from Transmission Portfolio Development or other business entities. This requires an in-depth understanding of FERC accounting, SAP cost flows, the concepts of: FE Operating Companies, Distribution vs. Transmission, Lines vs. Substations, capital vs removal vs. O&M, and the ability to determine asset ownership.  The position also requires an understanding of various systems (SAP, PowerPlan, CREWS, Cascade, OPPM, etc.) to determine the correct attributes. The position will work closely with the FET Forecasting group in support of project forecasting and budgeting. This position also supports the Transmission Project Managers with project accounting and participates in accounting related activities such as determining CIAC, developing journal entries, and project close-out.Responsibilities include:Demonstrate commitment to the FirstEnergy Core Values and BehaviorsEnsure the accounting compliance of Transmission cost collectorsCreate Transmission project WBS's and work orders in SAPDetermine correct asset ownership and incorporate in the development of the project accountingDetermine correct project accounting settlement rules relating to Operating Companies, Voltage, Capital, Removal, O&M of project accountingSupport the FET forecasting group with project accounting issues, CIAC (make the necessary system entries to ensure accurate posting), and create journal entries as neededSupport the Transmission Portfolio Development and Emerging Technology groups by creating project WBS's and work orders in SAP for projects approved in the Transmission PortfolioEnsure that the correct WBS's and work orders are mapped to the appropriate project RPARun master data queries; ensure the integrity of the MasterData in SAP and PowerPlant is accurate; make the necessary modifications as requiredSupport ad hoc research of WBS's and work ordersCollaborate with the Transmission Business Services GroupSupport of storm activitiesTravel may be required at times across the FirstEnergy systemQualifications include:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline preferred. In lieu of degree, minimum 4 years relevant work experience will be required. Relevant work experience may include financial analysis, accounting, financial reporting.Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skillsUtility accounting experience preferredProficient with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, AccessDemonstrated working knowledge of FE specific systems such as SAP, PowerPlan, CREWS,OPPM, Transmission GIS, Toad Data Point, UI Planner is preferredKnowledge of FERC accounting is preferredBenefits, 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 competit ve 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 of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

　　Safety

　　Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

　　FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as aqualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transferH-1B visas at this time.