Capex Financial Performance Analyst

Overview

Lead capital expenditure reporting, analysis and stakeholder engagement for Thames Water.

Key Responsibilities

• financial analysis
• stakeholder management
• programme reporting
• continuous improvement
• performance controls
• capex reporting

Tasks

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your financial expertise to a high-profile capital investment programme, driving improvements, strengthening controls, providing insight and engaging with senior stakeholders across our business. -Support programme sponsors and delivery teams with insightful financial analysis, KPIs, and commercial interpretation. -Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across Engineering, Asset Management, Capital Delivery, Operational Directorates, and Strategic Business Planning. -Develop capital programme reporting in collaboration with our centralised portfolio office and business stakeholders. -Drive continuous improvement across the team and wider organisation through collaboration and cross-learning. -Develop and strengthen performance controls for proactive programme management (e.g., forecasting accuracy, cost control). -Lead on monthly reporting of capital expenditure, including review and challenge sessions with senior management.

Requirements

• qualified accountant
• excel
• sap
• stakeholder engagement
• utilities experience
• leadership

What You Bring

We’re seeking a driven and collaborative finance professional who can combine technical skills with strong communication and leadership qualities. Working at Thames Water -Experience in business partnering and stakeholder engagement. -Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent). -Adaptable, with a growth mindset - comfortable working in a new, evolving team environment. -The ability to engage, influence, and build relationships with colleagues at all levels. -Experience in utilities, water, or infrastructure (advantageous but not essential). -Highly proficient in Excel with strong analytical skills and experience with SAP.

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Benefits

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. 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. -Performance-related pay plan directly linked to both company and individual performance measures and targets. -Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays). -Competitive salary up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience. -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.

About Thames Water

-Delivering clean water and wastewater services across London and the Thames Valley. -Operates a vast network of infrastructure to meet the needs of its customers. -Focusing on sustainable water solutions and addressing climate change challenges. -Key player in major infrastructure projects, including the Thames Tideway Tunnel. -Involved in energy production through renewable initiatives like hydropower. -Committed to improving water quality, reliability, and customer service.

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