As FP&A Analyst you will be helping to support the Retail Finance Business Partner in preparing financial reporting, analysis and forecasting, with strong financial controls and critical evaluation embedded in the processes. You will play an active part in supporting a department/team at the start of a new regulatory period as they are going through a period of transitional change. This exciting opportunity will enable the successful applicant to support a highly-varied high profile operational business unit with a number of senior internal stakeholders.This role will also require some travel to Reading, when required.What you’ll be doing as a FP&A Analyst

Support the budgeting and formal forecast cycles, including rolling forecast and IBP (long-term business plan).
Creating high-quality reports, analysis and commentary on performance to assist decision making.
Own and manage wider relationships to understand and communicate drivers of month-end performance and forward-looking view to support the achievement of targets.
Understanding the P&L and balance sheet position and provide insights on risks and opportunities.
Provide inputs into key finance initiatives and support with ad-hoc queries.
Regularly influencing and presenting to senior finance management, key findings from financial analysis.
Work closely with wider finance teams to ensure clarity of performance drivers and all requirements for forecast and budget met.

Base Location: Hybrid, Walnut CourtWorking Pattern or hours: 36 HoursWhat you should bring to the role

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
The ability to liaise at all levels of the business with ease with strong written and verbal communications skills, as maintaining and building working relationships with key stakeholders is critical in this position
Previous experience in budget and cost control
Strong analytical, Excel and PowerPoint skills
Strong attention to detail
Proactive and ambitious mindset
On-hand experience in using the organisations key financial systems (SAP & HFM) is preferable.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary from £60,000 to £68,000 per annum
Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the 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
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 perksWho 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 valuesWorking at Thames WaterThames 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.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 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. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.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 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.

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