FP&A Analyst

Pertemps; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water and wastewater sector is seeking an FP&A Analyst to support financial reporting and analysis during a transitional period. This hybrid role involves collaborating with senior stakeholders and providing insights on performance drivers. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong communication skills and experience in budgeting. Attractive benefits and a competitive salary of up to £65,000 are offered.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Contributory pension up to 12%

Annual medical assessments

Health schemes

Physiotherapy

Counselling

Vouchers

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in budgeting and cost control.
• Strong communication skills to liaise at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting and forecast cycles.
• Create high-quality reports and analysis.
• Analyze P&L and balance sheet.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Proactive Attitude

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

HFM

Job description

As FP&A Analyst, you will 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 role in supporting a department during a transitional period at the start of a new regulatory cycle. This exciting opportunity allows you to support a high-profile operational business unit with multiple senior internal stakeholders.

This role may require occasional travel to Reading.

What you’ll be doing as an FP&A Analyst

1. Support budgeting and forecast cycles, including rolling forecasts and IBP (long-term business planning).
2. Create high-quality reports, analysis, and commentary to assist decision-making.
3. Manage relationships to understand and communicate drivers of performance and support target achievement.
4. Analyze P&L and balance sheet, providing insights on risks and opportunities.
5. Contribute to finance initiatives and handle ad-hoc queries.
6. Influence and present findings to senior finance management.
7. Collaborate with finance teams to ensure clarity of performance drivers and forecast/budget requirements.

Location: Hybrid, Walnut Court

Hours: 36 hours/week

What you should bring to the role

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Strong communication skills to liaise at all levels and build relationships with stakeholders
• Experience in budgeting and cost control
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Attention to detail
• Proactive and ambitious attitude
• Experience with SAP & HFM is preferred

What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension up to 12%, with 2x employee contribution
• Annual medical assessments
• Various benefits including health schemes, physiotherapy, counselling, vouchers, and life assurance

Learn more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all—our customers, communities, people, and the planet. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Our purpose and values

Learn more about our purpose and values.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a diverse, rewarding environment where every day presents new opportunities. We provide career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits.

Whether in call centers or labs, we’re looking for passionate individuals eager to improve the world of water for future generations. Join us to make a daily difference in millions of lives.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, removing barriers to success, and supporting all applicants throughout the recruitment process.

In crises, we rally to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you can volunteer as an ambassador, with full training provided—an enriching experience to learn more about our business and colleagues.

Note: Due to high application volumes, we may close the vacancy early. Apply soon to avoid missing out.