FP&A Analyst

3 weeks ago

Reading, United Kingdom Thames Water Full time
Are you an experienced FP& A Analyst looking to embark on a rewarding career path? We are seeking a highly motivated individual to be responsible for supporting annual planning, forecasting, reporting and analytics. You will play an integral part in providing advice, guidance and subject matter expertise on all financial reporting matters, preparing monthly financial reports for Senior Leadership and Executives.

You will also be responsible for developing and implementing reporting and value-adding insight; profit and loss, working capital, cash flow, capital expenditure, and non-financial drivers.

What you will be doing as FP&A Analyst

Planning and Forecasting
  • Responsible for analysing and reporting the consolidated view of annual budgeting and forecasting.
  • Gain a clear understanding of business areas’ financial performance, including cost drivers, KPI's and outcomes expected. Challenging when required.
  • Supporting the team with clear guidance and timelines for delivering accurate, reliable and timely forecasts and budgets, aligning with the central programme.

Performance Reporting
  • Support delivery of financial plans through timely and accurate analysis and reporting - highlighting trends and analysing causes of unexpected variances.
  • Gain a good understanding of financial performance for each business area, ensuring insightful reporting for central consolidation.
  • Drive continuous improvement with the finance team and support any wider plans to upgrade financial systems, enhance reporting and improve processes.

Stakeholder Management
  • Regularly influencing and presenting to senior management, key findings from financial analysis.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with finance teams across the business unit to ensure strong engagement on planning, forecasting and performance issues.

What you should bring to the role
  • Qualified Accountant with experience gained within an FP&A function, with a proven track record of adding value.
  • Strong analytical, Excel and Powerpoint skills, SAP and HFM preferable.
  • Strong attention to detail whilst being able to see the bigger picture.
  • Significant communications experience- presenting financial analysis to senior management.
  • Proactive and ambitious- sets high goals for self and continuously strives to improve.
  • Able to multi-task and prioritise own work effectively.
 

What's in it for you

This opportunity will provide you with excellent career progression and an opportunity to reach your full potential, working with a dedicated team of professionals, working towards the same goals.
  • Competitive salary from £55,000 to £60,000 per annum.
  • Annual Leave -26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) 
  • Car Allowance.
  • Annual Bonus.
  • Private Medical Health Care.
  • Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of your and your family’s health and well-being, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?

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.

Learn more about our purpose and values

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 fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, 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. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.
The real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support you.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. 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, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

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.

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