Strategic Financial Expert for Water Industry
1 week ago
Job Overview:
">At Thames Water, we are seeking a highly skilled Management Accountant to join our team. As a key member of our finance department, you will be responsible for performing general accounting functions and promoting financial insight within the business.
">About the Role:
">- You will support the Finance Manager in closing management accounts and providing assurance on numbers and commentary.
- Working across the wider finance team, you will document, align, and improve processes to drive efficiency and consistency.
- You will produce and prepare audited financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and coordinate year-end audits.
- You will ensure compliance with accounting standards and Thames Water control frameworks, communicating with internal stakeholders to maintain accurate core system data.
- You will respond to ad hoc requests for analytics, providing support to Business Partners for cost visibility, business case preparation, and financial performance investigation.
- You will support the recording, reconciliation, and analysis of accounting activities and period-end close activities according to agreed schedules and timetables.
Key Requirements:
">- Systems experience with SAP.
- Strong technical knowledge and understanding of IFRS (specifically capitalization).
- Ability to work well as part of a team and take ownership to complete tasks independently.
- Clear communication.
- Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects to meet deadlines and produce high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
- Accounting qualification (ACA, CIMA, CPA, CMA, CHAE or equivalent).
What's In It For You?
">We offer a competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus an excellent benefits package, including:
">- Annual leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
- Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% - 2x employee contribution.
- Personal medical assessments - open to all once a year.
- A comprehensive benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, offering discounts and information to save money and support wellbeing.
About Us:
">At Thames Water, our purpose is to deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities, and planet can thrive. We recognize that people are at the heart of our business, and we strive to attract and retain a diverse range of skills and capabilities representative of society throughout our organization.
">Why Join Us?
">Becoming part of Team Thames means you'll have opportunities to develop your career, gain new experiences, and make a real difference in the lives of our customers and communities. As a valued member of our team, you'll receive training, guidance, and support to help you excel in your role.
">Contact Information:
">Please submit your application through our website to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than advertised, so it's essential to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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