Financial Performance Analyst

At Thames Water , we’re proud to provide life’s essential service to over 16 million customers across London, the Thames Valley, and surrounding areas. As the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, we’re entering a new and exciting chapter - and we’re looking for a talented CapEx Financial Performance Analyst to play a key role in shaping our future. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your financial expertise to a high-profile capital investment programme, driving improvements, strengthening controls, providing insight and engaging with senior stakeholders across our business.

What you’ll be doing as a CapEx Financial Performance Analyst

As a CapEx Financial Performance Analyst , you’ll be at the centre of our capital programme reporting and performance management. Support programme sponsors and delivery teams with insightful financial analysis, KPIs, and commercial interpretation.
Develop capital programme reporting in collaboration with our centralised portfolio office and business stakeholders.
Develop and strengthen performance controls for proactive programme management (e.g., Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across Engineering, Asset Management, Capital Delivery, Operational Directorates, and Strategic Business Planning.
Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB
Working hours: 36 hours, Monday to Friday

We’re seeking a driven and collaborative finance professional who can combine technical skills with strong communication and leadership qualities.

The essential criteria to help you succeed in this role are:
Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent).
Experience in business partnering and stakeholder engagement.

Experience in utilities, water, or infrastructure (advantageous but not essential).
Highly proficient in Excel with strong analytical skills and experience with SAP.
Competitive salary up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
Performance-related pay plan directly linked to both company and individual performance measures and targets.
Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Come and join the Thames Water family. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support .
Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.