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FirstEnergy Corp Analyst - Controllers in Akron, Ohio
JOB DESCRIPTION
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 safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,500 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of 3,780 megawatts.
About the Opportunity
This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to 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 generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,600 megawatts.
This position is responsible for performing technical research of United States Generally Accepted Accounting Standards (US GAAP) and regulated accounting under the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) Uniform System of Accounts (USofA) as well as Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules and regulations for a wide array of business topics and projects. The selected individual will collaborate closely with members of the business and peers within the research team to develop an understanding of research topics, analyze and summarize research results and communicate to key stakeholders. The position will also assist in analyzing the impact of potential changes to accounting standards and implement new accounting standards across the organization.
The position will report to the Manager, Accounting Research.
Responsibilities include:
Conducting business-specific US GAAP, FERC and SEC research, analyzing data, interpreting results, making recommendations and assisting in implementation activities
Assisting in the exposure draft comment process for potential new accounting standards
Assisting in the training/education, coordination and implementation of new accounting standards
Preparing US GAAP disclosures to be included in SEC filings
Maintaining a broad understanding of US GAAP and the FERC USofA, with a focus on the power and utility industry, and SEC rules and regulations
Taking initiative to solve problems and bring issues to closure
Collaborating openly and honestly as part of a team
Demonstrating a commitment to excellence
Acting with integrity in all aspects of the job
Promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment
Demonstrating a willingness to question established procedures and processes
Demonstrating sound internal and external customer service
Consistently anticipating and delivering results
Proactively working to ensure knowledge is transferred to others
Demonstrating a solid commitment to all aspects of safety; maintaining a safe workplace for coworkers based upon knowledge of potential hazards and industry regulations/requirements
Qualifications include:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required