Strategic Finance Analyst

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We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for.

We are seeking a highly driven Strategic Finance Analyst to join us in a high-profile position where you will have direct access to senior stakeholders both internally and externally. You will need to manage various priorities in this fast-paced role, therefore you will need to have effective organisational abilities and an acute attention to detail.

Your financial modelling ability will be crucial to meeting the demands of our company, investors, shareholders, and other external stakeholders.

This is a hybrid role, you will need to be comfortable taking ownership and initiative when working independently. The position provides the chance to own and run our shareholder model, which is essential for our strategic decision making and valuation assessments. This position will provide important financial modelling expertise and technical support that will help inform and support South East Water’s financing initiatives over the upcoming regulatory period.

You’ll grow a career with a meaningful purpose. Be you, belong and be valued.

Come to work to be safe, valued, and trusted. We’ll encourage you to create and pursue new opportunities for personal growth. A place to be the real you, build deeper connections and enjoy a sense of belonging. Be invested in helping us to create a sustainable water supply for now, and in the future.

What will you be accountable for?

Day-to-day ownership of the shareholder model that supports the valuation of SEW within our shareholders’ funds and monitors our financial resilience and long-term financial viability Support financing and refinancing processes and produce financial modelling and analysis to inform financing decisions Produce financial modelling and analysis to inform the development of Budgets, Corporate Plans and Business Plans Calculate covenant ratios as required and assess the impact of various proposals on financial metrics Prepare presentations for internal and external stakeholders as required Support commercial assessments and provide analysis for special projects as required Populate regulatory data tables relating to SEW’s actual company structure, and respond to queries from SEW’s regulators Reconcile the outputs of various models and sources, and explain/resolve any deviations as required Support the preparation of Board papers and financial forecasts for Group companies Draft investor reports for lenders and shareholders, and respond to investor queries as required Lead the annual GRESB process and responses to other ESG-related investor reporting Respond to investor and credit rating agencies’ requests for information Support the Investor Relations department as required

What do you bring to the role?

An accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CFA) is essential Relevant experience in investor relations, financial analysis, or corporate finance. Strong analytical and financial modelling skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities Proficient in Excel and the rest of the Microsoft Office suite

What can you expect from us?

Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.

Everyone needs water, South East Water welcomes everyone

We understand that the communities we serve are made up of different types of people. We believe that creativity comes from having diverse perspectives, rather than everyone being the same. That's why we are excited about promoting inclusivity in terms of age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, and identity. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fair treatment to everyone throughout the recruitment process, employment, and advancement at South East Water.

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