Description
planning
reporting
analytics
cost drivers
performance management
financial rigor
This role is a crucial member of our Finance leadership team, supporting our Asset, Operations and Capital Delivery Business – with a real focus on both (1) setting the teams and our Business Partners up for success through robust planning, analytics and reporting processes (2) Using data, to create insight, to drive action; and (3) to help the Business drive performance and maximise value; across a ~£5 billion Operating cost base and £17bn Capital Programme.
- Set the timeline and process for the production of high quality plans; with linkage between cost, risk, schedule and output
- Manage the team producing the reporting and insight to help the Business understand cost drivers and improve performance
- Report on overall efficiency across the Operating cost base
- Drive forward the analytics and insight across our Reporting; supporting decision makers and key stakeholders
- Strengthen our understanding of cost drivers and maturing our reporting and planning insight to enhance performance management
- Partner the wider Finance team and key Business stakeholders; as part of delivering high quality reporting and insight and delivery of Planning outputs
- Drive the innovation and associated adoption of new ways of working and system enhancements
- Set the teams and Business colleagues up for success through actively deploying and managing robust, transparent actionable timetables and planning cycles
- Continually iterate and mature our reporting environment to ensure that our insight robust and assured
- Develop, implement and embed financial rigour, discipline and control; through a culture of continuous improvement and transparent accountability
- Oversee and consolidate at Operational Efficiency Performance Reporting
Requirements
aca/acca/cima
data reporting
matrix mgmt
communications
regulated
c-suite
Working at Thames Water
- Embed cultural change across data quality, performance insight and management action; attained via clear, transparent and actionable reporting complemented with expert financial counsel and guidance
- Strong data and reporting skills
- Extensive post-qualification experience (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
- Matrix management experience
- Proven skill in developing and nurturing team development
- Significant communications experience: uses financial analysis to facilitate change but brings numbers to life and presents the information in a compelling way; ability to use “emotional” ands “logical” techniques; uses structured methodologies to ensure rigour in evaluating action and investment
- Experience working in Regulated industries and navigating the environment to maximise performance and value for all stakeholders
- Understanding of financial processes and standards across Regulated industries
- Experience working in organisations and industries with significant capital investment and front line Operational focus
- Experience supporting and working into Senior Business Leaders and C-suite Executives
Benefits
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.
Hybrid – Reading
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 meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.
- Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets
- Private Medical Health Care
- Generous Pension Scheme through AON
- Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
- Car Allowance
- Competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
Training + Development
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