FP&A Transformation Analyst

Thames Water; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames Water is seeking an FP&A Transformation Analyst to enhance financial forecasting capabilities through standardized planning and improved performance reporting. This role, involving both project management and cross-functional collaboration, offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with a focus on sustainability and community engagement.

Benefits

Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year

Contributory pension - Maximum of 12%

Personal Medical Assessments

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in FP&A / Business Partnering function with a proven track record in 'adding value'.
• System experience with SAP and HFM.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of a standardized planning process.
• Assist with improved performance reporting and development of assurance models.
• Create a governance process around reporting and forecasting.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Analytical Skills

Excel (Financial Modelling)

Effective Communication

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

SAP (ECC & Analytics Cloud)

HFM

Job description

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Reporting to the FP&A Planning and Systems Lead and working closely with the Programme Manager and FP&A teams, this role will help the business improve its ability to produce accurate, insightful, and timely financial forecasts by supporting the development of an integrated planning process and related systems to drive automation, efficiency and confidence. This will include the implementation of short-term no-regret system improvements. As the FP&A Transformation Analyst, you will work closely with all elements of the core finance teams, both in groups and across the wider business. It will also link in closely with the Finance Directors and various Heads of Finance/FP&A.This role supports the foundational capabilities of Thames Water as part of the Turnaround Plan.This is a 10-12-month Fixed Term ContractHybrid, reading twice a weekWhat you will be doing as an FP&A Transformation Analyst

• Support the development of a standardised planning process -Support the FP&A Programme Lead in implementing an improved standardised planning process, ensuring the delivery to the appropriate level of quality, on time and within budget, in accordance with the programme plan and programme governance arrangements.
• Assist with improved Performance Reporting and development of Assurance Models - Work with the Group FP&A and the wider finance team to improve the reporting in line with best practice and maintain consistency throughout. Help in developing a new suite of assurance models to be utilised by Group FP&A.
• Development of the Governance & Communication - Assist in creating a rigid governance process around reporting and forecasting alongside a communication plan that needs to be followed to ensure all areas of the business are fully aware of upcoming finance deliverables.
• Project/Change Management - Creating and updating the project workstream, planned deliverables and attending steering groups.
  
  

What you should bring to the roleEssential

• Experience in FP&A / Business Partnering function with a proven track record in 'adding value’.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to interact with people effectively.
• Experience in liaising with a wide range of staff from different disciplines.
• System experience with SAP (ideally ECC & Analytics Cloud) & HFM.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
• Good analytical, Excel (including financial modelling) and PowerPoint skills.
  
  

Desirable

• A Qualified accountant.
• Good knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes.
• Experience in data analysis/migration in a systems implementation environment.
• Experience in project delivery and/or management.
  
  

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary £65,000 - £70,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 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.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
  
  

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's 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 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. 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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