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Senior Financial Analyst
Myers Tire Supply Distribution, Inc., Akron
Myers Tire Supply and Myers Tire Supply International, Myers Industries Companies (NYSE: MYE), serves the complete tire service market. Customers rely on our product selection, product quality, rapid availability and business solutions to grow their businesses. While we sell to anyone who performs tire service, we have custom product solutions for specific markets. MTS buys and sells nearly 10,000 different items - everything professionals need to service passenger, truck, and off-road tires and wheels. Our suppliers are among the most trusted brands in the industry to ensure the highest quality for our customers. The products we sell are associated with superior performance in their area. Job Overview This role contributes to all FP&A cycles and provides support to Executive Management through the development of reporting, presentation and analyses on business performance and ad hoc topics. To be successful as a Financial Analyst you should be able to analyze large amounts of data, accurately project sales trends, identify sales opportunities, and provide practical guidance to optimize sales strategies and increase market share. Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the preparation and execution of annual budget and quarterly forecast processes Partner with department owners to review analysis of monthly results vs. annual budget and incorporate feedback into the forecasting process Assist in the preparation of executive presentations and financial review packages Analize customers and SKU's, analyze market segment trends, and create detailed reports Analize sales trends and identify customer churn and areas of opportunity Review customer and product margins and make recommendations to leadership Analyze financial statements, identifying key risks and opportunities to the plan, monitoring actions to ensure delivery of financial commitments, and explaining variances to plan Collaborate with accounting during monthly / quarterly close to review and ensure accuracy of reports and results Prepare and distribute recurring and ad hoc management reports Develop analysis and insights for key financial drivers and metrics Assist in initiatives to improve financial processes including data centralization for more streamlined reporting and analytics Supports other projects and performs duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience with Hyperion reporting applications is a plus Highly motivated, self-starter with good problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality of work Strong interpersonal skills and team orientation Ability to perform in a fast-paced and continually evolving business environment Overall comprehensive understanding of business processes Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance, required 3-5 years of related experience in finance MBA or CPA a plus Working Conditions Typical office environment Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee regularly is required to walk, climb or balance, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin. Other details Job Function Finance and Accounting Pay Type Salary
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Myers Tire Supply Distribution, Inc., Akron
Myers Tire Supply and Myers Tire Supply International, Myers Industries Companies (NYSE: MYE), serves the complete tire service market. Customers rely on our product selection, product quality, rapid availability and business solutions to grow their businesses. While we sell to anyone who performs tire service, we have custom product solutions for specific markets. MTS buys and sells nearly 10,000 different items - everything professionals need to service passenger, truck, and off-road tires and wheels. Our suppliers are among the most trusted brands in the industry to ensure the highest quality for our customers. The products we sell are associated with superior performance in their area. SUMMARY The Accounts Receivable Specialist position is accountable for collecting the maximum amount of overdue funds from customers and analyzing the risk associated with the sale, which may include a variety of collection techniques and the selective use of outside collection services. The accounts receivable specialist will be adding value to the business by consistently improving processes and maximizing cash flow for the assigned portfolios. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Stratify collection activities to maximize cash receipts Receive and manage inbound and outbound collection calls Contact customers regarding overdue accounts and determine reasons for non-payment Monitor payment commitment & follow up with customer as needed Analyze and inform sales, district sales manager, and credit & collections manager of credit risks Research and recommend initial credit lines Partner with sales team to resolve disputes Communicate with sales & supervisor on top outstanding accounts Research credits and communicate to the customer Coordinate customer credit changes with the credit manager Communicate accounts being shifted to a collection agency to managers Communicate bad debt write-offs to managers Maintain accurate records about the customer payment status Maintain customer accounts to reflect accurate data Minimize bad debt write offs through collection activity Ensure company objectives for DSO targets are met through customer account management Cash application, as assigned QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual will be a self-starter and be highly motivated. Essential qualifications include the individual to have the ability to communicate professionally through written and verbal channels, maintain relationships with the customer and sales staff. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Must Have Skills, Education and Training Associate degree required- Business Admin, Accounting, Finance Intermediate PC skills required: Microsoft Excel & word proficiency, data entry, data retrieval, problem solving Analytical skills to assist review and manage complex or diverse information Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment Problem solving skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; develop alternative solutions and work well in a team environment Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality; detail-oriented. Office skills through education, training and experience, including, but not limited to PC, Must have good communication (verbal and written) skills Reasoning Ability-Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Team oriented with the desire to achieve excellent results Preferred Qualifications, Skills 1-3 years of collection experience (Commercial Collections preferred) Familiarity with credit procedures (i.e. Dun and Bradstreet, Third Party Collections, etc.) COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Windows environment and MS Office software (Outlook, Excel, and Word). Familiarity of ERP systems such as J.D. Edwards is preferred. LANGUAGE SKILLS Must possess ability to: Read and comprehend fairly simple instructions, short correspondence and memos Ability to effectively write simple correspondence Effectively present information and respond to questions from sales, customers and co-workers MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Must be able to: Add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals Ability to compute rate and percent OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must possess excellent organization and communication skills; high attention to detail; ability to work with all levels of management; and ability to work independently or in teams.Personal Qualities Needed Honesty Accuracy, attention to detail Quality, quantity and timeliness of work completion Effective, efficient and organized work habits Confidentiality High degree of knowledge in all areas of responsibilities PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to sit at a desk most of the day Must be able to access standard upright file cabinets Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin. Other details Job Function Accounting Pay Type Salary
Manager Distribution & Commodity Accounting - Corporate Finance - Akron General Office Bldg
FirstEnergy Corp, Akron
JOB DESCRIPTION FirstEnergy at a GlanceWe 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 OpportunityThis is an open position with the FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [SC00] This position reports to the Director, Treasury Services. This position will report to the Director, Regulatory Accounting & Reporting. It is located within our five-state territory (Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, or New Jersey), with travel as needed. This position supervises a team of accounting professionals responsible for maintaining the company's books and records in accordance generally accepted accounting principles and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Uniform System of Accounts. The position also ensures adherence to the regulatory accounting requirements of each state jurisdiction in which the company operates. Responsibilities include: Manage a team of accountants/analysts responsible for regulated and commodity accounting for the 10 distribution operating companies Approving monthly journal entries and reviewing general ledger account reconciliations Providing oversight to financial settlements with third-party suppliers and PJM Maintaining fuel, emission allowance and other commodity inventory accounts, including processing of related monthly invoices and accounting entries Interfacing with the various internal and external stakeholders, including Rates, Legal, Regulated Settlements, and internal and external auditors Coordinating tests and reviews associated with internal and external audits and analyzing results to develop and implement corrective actions, as needed Recommending and implementing solutions to improve work processes, and promoting efficient and effective operations Promoting a culture of ownership within the regulatory accounting team to achieve goals and meet deadlines Supporting state/federal regulatory strategies in conjunction with leadership Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related discipline required. Minimum 7 years relevant work experience at progressively increasing levels of responsibility is required. Relevant work experience will include experience in accounting, financial or financial-support role required. Requires a strong financial acumen and understanding of SAP. Prior supervisory experience preferred. Ability to supervise, engage and develop employees on the Regulatory Accounting team. Experience and proficiency with SAP required. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word). Demonstrating a questioning attitude while maintaining a commitment to the overall success of the team. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships across the organization. Superior written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical issues in a clear and concise manner. Desire to learn, grow and work across FirstEnergy to deliver quality results within established deadlines. Acts in an ethical and professional manner, with the highest level of integrity, and in compliance with the code of business conduct and all relevant policies and procedures. Benefits, Compensation & Workforce DiversityAt 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 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.SafetySafety 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.Position ClassificationExempt FirstEnergy Human Resources Team
Accounting Manager
Myers Tire Supply Distribution, Inc., Akron
Myers Tire Supply and Myers Tire Supply International, Myers Industries Companies (NYSE: MYE), serves the complete tire service market. Customers rely on our product selection, product quality, rapid availability and business solutions to grow their businesses. While we sell to anyone who performs tire service, we have custom product solutions for specific markets. MTS buys and sells nearly 10,000 different items - everything professionals need to service passenger, truck, and off-road tires and wheels. Our suppliers are among the most trusted brands in the industry to ensure the highest quality for our customers. The products we sell are associated with superior performance in their area. Job Overview The Accounting Manager interacts with department heads and members of our Distribution Finance department to ensure that financial information is available for making timely and accurate decisions. This includes actively participating and/or leading the implementation, continuous improvement and maintenance of systems, policies, procedures, and standards to ensure reliable reporting and to streamline business processes. Duties and Responsibilities Lead the month end closing process, including preparing and reviewing monthly journal vouchers. Prepare and review monthly account reconciliations. Assist with the accumulation of operational data and preparation of analytical comparisons to current year, plan, prior year and forecast data as identified. Assist with the determination of the reporting and analysis needs of the finance department and creation of standardized reports to obtain the needed data. Manage accounting personnel. Assist with the completion of ad hoc requests for financial, variance, and forecast analysis. Assist with the adherence to Myers Tire Supply Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance Program Assist with the managing and maintaining of MTS ERP/Accounting system software. Provide support to the Assistant Controller with internal/external audit requests. Assist with the development of quarterly forecasts. Provide input to periodic financial presentations Assist with the completion of annual physical inventories. Ensure integrity of financial statements. Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong knowledge of PC spreadsheets, word processing and data base applications (Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point preferred) with knowledge of Blackline a plus. Highly motivated, self-starter with good problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently. Team player Must be able to operate basic office equipment (i.e. copier, computer keyboard, mouse and other computer technology require for job duties. Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance 5+ years of related experience Certified Public Accountant preferred but not required Working Conditions Typical office environment Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee regularly is required to walk, climb or balance, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin. Other details Job Function Accounting Pay Type Salary
Senior Staff Accountant
Myers Tire Supply Distribution, Inc., Akron
Myers Tire Supply and Myers Tire Supply International, Myers Industries Companies (NYSE: MYE), serves the complete tire service market. Customers rely on our product selection, product quality, rapid availability and business solutions to grow their businesses. While we sell to anyone who performs tire service, we have custom product solutions for specific markets. MTS buys and sells nearly 10,000 different items - everything professionals need to service passenger, truck, and off-road tires and wheels. Our suppliers are among the most trusted brands in the industry to ensure the highest quality for our customers. The products we sell are associated with superior performance in their area. Job Overview The primary purpose of the Sr Staff Accountant is to assist the Controller with month end close and account reconciliations. This position will analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain a record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within the organization. Duties and Responsibilities Month end processes including assigned journal entries and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. Prepare monthly sales commissions for payment and review for accuracy and completeness. Complete month end close process for International locations and update all related financial reporting. Provide ad-hoc analysis as needed for financial variance explanations. Perform other accounting/financial responsibilities and assist with special projects as required. Cross train with Staff Accountant I. All other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to analyze financial data, recognize errors and implement corrections. Must have good communication (verbal and written) skills Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency, data entry, data retrieval, filing, 10-key, math, problem solving, accounting, record keeping Common sense, good judgment, decision-making skills, ability to multi-task and be detail oriented. Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance 5+ years accounting experience or relevant work experience (i.e., internships, summer positions, etc.) JD Edwards / ERP knowledge Working Conditions Typical office environment Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee regularly is required to walk, climb or balance, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin. Other details Job Function Finance and Accounting Pay Type Salary
Finance Intern
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, LLC, Akron
Position Summary Internships are professional experiences in which students participate to gain professional skills and experiences. Internships are structured as learning opportunities that combine in-class theory with real-world applications. Responsibilities will be similar to an entry-level position that students would get out of college. Finance Interns responsibilities are very broad and will fall under any department included under the Finance Division. The Finance Intern supports the Finance Department and other departments embedded within Finance Division, such as Patient Access, Supply Chain, Health Information Management, Revenue Cycle, Managed Care, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Accounting. Assignments vary by volume and/or where the greatest staffing /support is needed. Position requires flexibility on daily assignments along with excellent organizational and prioritizing skills. Essential Job Functions/Accountabilities Assumes accountability for the preparation and completion of projects and analysis; anticipates program delays, adjusts resources to stay on course and when necessary, communicates issues to recipients and manager; maintains activity log for management; prepares relevant reports for management review. Some duties may include: Identifying and working with appropriate personnel to resolve credit balances and true overpayments, small-balance, adjustments, discounts and any other discrepancies on patient accounts Assisting in making sure patient refunds are prepared and issued. Assisting in performing audits related to accurate charging and documentation on patient accounts. Assisting in Patient Access/Front Desk areas of any clinic location or hospital, including posting payments, computer entry, filing, registering patients, verifying insurance, conducting patient interviews, scheduling appointments, etc. Assisting in central scheduling. Registering employee accounts for flu shot billing. Creating pre-registrations for patients scheduled and obtaining benefit information. Running estimates against patient benefits and provided codes to get patient out of pocket costs. Loading contracts into patient estimate software for the upcoming year to ensure that rates and fee schedules are up-to-date Reconciling daily cash deposits for copay collections. Assisting with daily charge entry. Navigating and retrieving medical records from Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. Retrieving paper medical records or verifies availability of scanned medical records for review. Performing quality and chart order preparation prior to indexing into the EHR and performs quality check of electronic documents against the paper copy prior to destruction or chart correction. Coding, processing, and entering invoices within the accounts payable software. Preparing invoices for rent, supplies and other expenditures. Matching POs and verifying pricing with invoices. Preparing and mailing checks upon final approval. Filing paid invoices. Scanning documents, logging & recording data. Providing computer entry of payable information. Creating and maintaining spreadsheets The Finance Intern will assist the CFO, Director of Patient Access, Director of Finance/Controller, Payroll Analyst, Director of Health Information and Revenue Management Services, and/or Director of Supply Chain, and their respective teams, as needed All other duties not specifically assigned Position Requirements Education: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program toward the completion of a Bachelors Degree in Business, HealthCare Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics or the equivalent. Experience: Some college business/finance classes preferred; must possess knowledge of office equipment and excellent computer skills; critical thinking skills to process tasks accurately; must be organized and detail oriented; demonstrated problem solving and detailed oriented skills required. Technical Skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: N/A
Vice Provost and Chief Data Officer
The University of Akron, Akron
The University of AkronVice Provost and Chief Data Officer Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist The University of Akron in its search for Vice Provost and Chief Data Officer.For full consideration, please apply by March 27th.This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of data-driven innovation as the next Vice Provost and Chief Data Officer (VP CDO) at The University of Akron. The VP CDO will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the institution and will provide executive leadership in fostering value creation by leveraging the institutions' information assets and data and analytics (D&A) resources. The VP CDO will be responsible for aligning data policy and administration with regulatory, compliance and ethical requirements and statutes. This is a chance to make a tangible impact on The University of Akron's strategic direction by providing visionary leadership and guidance to ensure that the institution's data and analytics services and programs are effectively used for informed and timely decision-making. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who can work with key constituents across the university to identify and implement critical capabilities and manage the institutional data assets for a wide range of uses including but not limited to enrollment management, budget and financial planning, student retention and success, compliance reporting, accreditation, program effectiveness and institutional surveys. In this role, the VP CDO will lead a team dedicated to managing sophisticated data and analytics systems supporting institutional reporting, assessment and administration. The VP CDO will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement and innovation across the university.This position reports to the Provost.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 30% Manage resources leveraging the institution's information assets and the analytics used to provide insights for decision making which support the institution's strategic and tactical initiatives and opportunities. 30% Foster the creation of a data-driven culture, related competencies, and data literacy across the enterprise. Lead these transformation efforts by developing D&A talent and maturing the capability of the institution. Consult with functional areas to determine data needs. Present findings from studies resulting from data needs of internal constituents. 30% Lead and support data governance and data management processes, policies, standards, and practices ensuring compliance with legal, ethical and regulatory requirements. Provide oversight of data integrity. quality assurance and common data definitions for data administration. Responsible for accuracy and reliability of data collection and documentation. 10% Oversee initiatives and programs sponsored by the IR and PSI teams providing supervision and the evaluation of work assigned to the teams. Direction and total responsibility for the operation of a department or large program. Provides direction to staff for their work assignments and fosters an environment of collaboration and teamwork. Ensures all critical functions within the department are adequately supported.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master's Degree Minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in institutional research and assessment with experience in statistical modeling, evidence-based decision support, analytics, and data curation Minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience in leading teams preferably in a higher education institution Demonstrated experience in best practices leveraging technology for data and analytics and communicating the results Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with demonstrable experience and capability in translating data analysis into understandable terms at all levels of an institution or organization Experience with variety of data analytics and statistical systems and/or data warehouses Experience with predictive analytics, the use of key performance indicators (KPI 's) and dashboards Demonstrated experience in leading and facilitating change preferably in a higher education institution PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Doctoral degree. 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CFO - Chief Financial Officer
Young Mens Christian Association of, Akron
POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Akron Area YMCA serves on the CEOs senior leadership team. The CFO oversees and manages all operational financial matters, with a daily focus on accounting activities and internal controls. The CFO provides strategic direction and leadership for YMCA business operations and initiatives in accordance with the Constitution of the Akron Area YMCA. The CFO positions the Y as a community convener and collaborator to address critical social issues. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. The Akron Area YMCA stands with others in denouncing prejudice, racism, intolerance, and all other forms of discrimination. We are committed to our mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. In the 150-year history of the Akron Area YMCA we have always and will continue to be dedicated to doing more, doing better, and thus becoming a champion of change in our community. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ensure all financial records and statements are in line with laws, regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Actively participates in daily accounting activities while maintaining sound internal controls performing some day-to-day transactional accounting work to support the staff and ensure the efficiency of the overall finance department. Monitors monthly financial operations, prepares analysis and reports, and gives guidance to executive and operating staff. Secures, allocates, and monitors financial resources so that strategic objectives can be achieved. Prepares specific recommendations. Works collaboratively with CEO and operations staff to set and monitor benchmarks on issues that affect financial outcome in their program or project areas of influence. Reviews, updates, and/or develops internal control systems for the YMCA and oversees internal audits which check for compliance on a variety of policies and standards. Provides recommendations for improvement to the CEO. Oversees and certifies the annual audit and meets periodically with the outside auditors to maintain open communications and keep them informed of changes in the YMCA. Ensures that current accounting standards and legal requirements are met. Actively collaborates with the CEO to engage the board in challenging conversations and decision making to advance the Y's impact. Works directly with assigned committee(s) of the board (e.g., Executive & Finance Committees) to build volunteer relationships, develop policies, monitor their implementation and meet the related needs of the board. Anticipates trends and their implications on the future of the organization. Manages investments, under the direction of the Executive & Finance Committees, and within the risk tolerance expressed by the Board via the asset allocation policy. Develops performance indicators and measurement systems for tracking strategic plan objectives. Evaluates current business models and leads efforts to modify or redesign business models where necessary. Collaborates with CEO and other senior leaders on implementation. Oversees preparation of reports to YMCA of the USA and governmental agencies. Oversees preparation of tax returns including but not IRS Form 990. Leads the development of the annual operating budget, including all branch budgets, as well as periodic financial forecasts and scenario analyses. Guides the organization to make tough choices about what to stop, start, and continue. Works closely with the CEO and operations staff to ensure that branch budgets are well-planned and prepared in a timely manner. Establishes, maintains, and monitors all banking and financing relationships. Maintains all necessary records and accounting reports and records all transactions on a timely basis. Maintains good working relationships with auditors, bankers, investment counselors, attorneys and other professional advisors. 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LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Addresses the root cause of systemic issues rather than symptoms. Anticipates trends and their implications on the future of the organization. Fiscal Management: Applies principles of stewardship to all financial decisions. Establishes strong internal controls and oversight to protect the assets of the organization. Partners with CEO, board, and staff members to communicate budget rationale and options, make recommendations, and pursue value-creation opportunities. Program/Project Management: Develops organizational goals and strategic plans, balancing long-term direction and short-term requirements. Volunteerism: Cultivates a diverse pool of volunteers to ensure the Ys relevance to strategic priorities and community needs. Partners with the governing board to set the organizations policies, goals, and strategic direction. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in business, finance or equivalent; MBA, CPA or CMA preferred. YMCA Organizational Leader certification preferred or to be achieved within 2 years. Eight or more years of substantive experience in accounting and fiscal management. Knowledge and understanding of general business matters required including budget development, account entries, forecasting, financial reporting, cash management, business taxes, banking and debt financing instruments. Knowledge of computer systems, including experience with system selection, new system implementation and project management. Personal computer skills required. Experience with investment management and asset allocation preferred. Experience in effectively managing a staff team. Experience with Fund Accounting & Lease Accounting Previous experience with voluntary/nonprofit organizations preferred. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and must be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Analyst - Corporate Financial Reporting
FirstEnergy Corp, Akron
JOB DESCRIPTION FirstEnergy at a GlanceWe 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 OpportunityThis is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [SC00] The financial reporting analyst will work within the financial reporting team and with various other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting throughout the organization. The financial reporting team is responsible for internal financial reporting, subsidiary reporting, SEC reporting and other regulatory reporting. The financial reporting team is a valued business partner providing information, analysis and advice to ad hoc initiatives. The positions report to the Manager, FinancialReporting and is considered to be a remote role and can be based anywhere within the FirstEnergy service territory (OH, PA, WV, MD, and NJ). The ability to work remotely within the United States may be available based on business need. This option is not available in the states of California, Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Oregon or Washington at this time. Responsibilities include: Participating in the preparation and distribution of monthly internal financial statements Participating in preparation and analysis of cash flow Participating in the preparation, documentation and analysis of the Company's periodic SEC and regulatory reporting and disclosures. Providing support and assistance to external auditors Assisting with the development of written policies and procedures over the financial reporting process Assisting with development and maintenance of the integrity of the financial reporting process and internal controls over financial reporting Participating in evaluation and implementation of new accounting standards and financial reporting requirements Providing financial analysis to management for various ad hoc projects Interfacing with and support various departments within the organization (legal, investor relations, treasury, etc.) Participating in various educational opportunities and attend various conferences to maintain knowledge of financial reporting requirements Qualifications include: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required. Advanced degree or CPA preferred Minimum 2 years relevant work experience is preferred but not required. Relevant work experience will include experience within public accounting or financial reporting in a corporate setting. Strong technical US GAAP and SEC reporting knowledge preferred Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) SAP knowledge preferred Excellent written and oral communication skills Benefits, Compensation & Workforce DiversityAt 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 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.SafetySafety 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.Position ClassificationExempt FirstEnergy Human Resources Team
Analyst - Corporate Responsibility, Rating Agencies & Investor Relations
FirstEnergy Corp, Akron
JOB DESCRIPTION FirstEnergy at a GlanceWe 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 OpportunityThis is an open position with the FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [SC00] This position will provide the selected individual exposure to business units and leaders across the company, engagement on forward thinking and strategic conversations - all in support of FirstEnergy's employee, environment, social and governance (EESG) and climate initiatives. FirstEnergy's Corporate Responsibility team has the exciting role within the company of understanding external expectations on a variety of EESG topics, facilitating relevant conversations with our business units, and developing disclosures that can be shared with our internal and external stakeholders. These efforts will continue to ensure that FirstEnergy is in alignment with our peers, identify opportunities for FE to be a leader in the EESG space, and bring long-term value to our company and all our stakeholders. This position reports to the Manager, Corporate Responsibility. This position is considered mobile/remote and can be based anywhere out of the FirstEnergy service territory. (OH, WV, PA, MD and NJ) Responsibilities include: Monitor and lead the company's third-party ESG ratings response efforts for various ESG rating organization and framework reporting efforts - CDP, MSCI, Sustainalytics, S&P, GRESB, EEI, GRI, SASB, and IISB. This includes data coordination, process development, analysis, data validation, and data analytics. Conduct gap analyses of FirstEnergy's disclosures and initiatives and make suggestions to team leadership on opportunities to work with business units to close gaps. As appropriate, lead cross-functional teams to close selected gaps. Support data requests for Corporate Responsibility website, EESG related Investor Relations material, and other public documents as requested. Support improvements of data collection efforts to streamline, reduce administrative burden, and improve quality of data for assurance purposes. Work with appropriate business units to prepare FirstEnergy for compliance with GHG reporting requirements of proposed SEC climate rule, including developing plans and timelines for new disclosure requirements. Support development of state level EESG data collection and reporting. Develop companywide annual EESG dashboards to ensure accountability and progress towards company stated goals. As requested, present relevant information to senior leadership. Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline required. Advanced degree a plus. Minimum 4 years relevant work experience is required. Relevant work experience includes ESG financial analysis and business research. Highly organized self-started with ability to work independently, while also collaborating with a diverse set of internal stakeholders to provide critical inputs. Strong projects and time management skills. Understanding of data quality and process improvement. Effectively manage tasks and strict deadlines with independence. Strong writing and verbal communication skills Analytical skills to collect, interpret, and present ESG data and metrics effectively. Ability to multitask, problem solve, and implement innovative processes within a fast-paced environment while ensuring accuracy in work product. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tool Experience with preparation of leadership ready PowerPoint presentations. Demonstrates a questioning attitude, and an ability and desire to think in a critical, strategic and innovative manner Preferred experience, but not required: Previous experience supporting ESG initiatives with a focus on data collection and reporting Knowledge of ESG frameworks (SASB, GRI, CDP, etc) Familiar with the concepts of corporate materiality assessments. Knowledge of internal and external data auditing processes Knowledge of ESG data management platforms, particularly Workiva Benefits, Compensation & Workforce DiversityAt 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 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.SafetySafety 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.Position ClassificationExempt FirstEnergy Human Resources Team