Corporate Finance Manager (Fixed Term)

Portsmouth Water Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A water utility company in Portsmouth seeks a Corporate Finance Manager for a 12-month fixed term. You'll lead the development of financial models, manage treasury operations, and drive strategic planning. Ideal candidates will have an ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CFA qualification and experience in corporate finance or treasury within regulated sectors. Flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Performance-linked bonus

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Social events

Life assurance scheme

Comprehensive wellbeing support

Private Medical Insurance

Exclusive retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate finance, treasury, and strategic planning within regulated sectors.
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience from a transactional service background.

Responsibilities

• Develop agile financial models for investment decisions.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, driving performance insights.
• Manage short- and long-term cash flow and treasury operations.
• Oversee financing initiatives including M&A and debt issuance.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Financial modelling skills

Strong analytical abilities

Presentation abilities

Experience in corporate finance

Treasury management

Strategic planning

Education

ACA or ACCA or CIMA or CFA qualification

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial modelling, treasury management, and long-term planning? Join us as a Corporate Finance Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our organisation. This role is for 12-months on a Fixed Term basis.

As Corporate Finance Manager, you'll lead the development of robust financial models, deliver insightful analysis, and drive long-term planning and forecasting. Operating in a regulated, capital-intensive environment, you'll ensure optimal liquidity and financial risk management to support infrastructure investment and operational excellence. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, regulators, and investors, translating complex financial data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities:

• Develop agile financial models for investment decisions and regulatory submissions
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, driving performance insights
• Manage short- and long-term cash flow and treasury operations
• Oversee financing initiatives including M&A, debt issuance, and investor relations
• Act as primary liaison with credit rating agencies and external advisors
• Support financial control, statutory accounts, and compliance activities

Requirements:

• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• Strong analytical and presentation abilities
• Experience in corporate finance, treasury, and strategic planning within regulated sectors
• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CFA qualification
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset
• From a transactional service background, treasury or corporate finance experience

Desirable:

• Experience of financial transactions and due diligence exercise
• Experience working for transaction services team in practice or finance analyst for investor organisation
• Power BI or equivalent experience
• Experience in regulated sectors

We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, and that's why we're happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for.

We're making a difference: Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future.

Please be aware, the Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we may receive, we're unable to respond to every applicant individually. If your application is of interest, we'll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it.

What can Portsmouth Water offer you?

At Portsmouth Water, we believe in rewarding our people. Here's just a taste of what's waiting for you when you join the team

• We'll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% because your tomorrow matters as much as your today
• Performance Pays Off: You could earn a non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance
• Family Comes First: Whether you're welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we've got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay
• Social Events: All expenses covered summer and winter social events
• Peace of Mind, Always: Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Whether you need confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, or physical health support via our Virtual GP service
• Additional Support When You Need It: We know life has its ups and downs. That's why we offer Private Medical Insurance - provided by Bupa giving you access to expert healthcare and 24/7 confidential support
• PW Perks: Treat Yourself! Enjoy exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, plus exciting benefits like Electric Vehicle Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Cash Plan and so much more

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.