Group Finance Business Partner & FP&A Manager - Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8DBContract: PermanentSalary: Offering £80,000 - £95,000 per annum depending on experienceThis is a high‑impact leadership role combining strategic Finance Business Partnering with end‑to‑end FP&A ownership across Retail, Digital and Group Services. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and Exec members to drive performance through insight, influence and robust financial planning. Leading budgeting, forecasting and management reporting, you’ll ensure timely, high‑quality outputs while partnering across Finance to strengthen controls, enhance decision‑making and support delivery of our Finance Transformation agenda. This is a rewarding opportunity to develop an excellent oversight of our diverse areas of business, leading and inspiring a team of 5. What you will be doing as Group Finance Business Partner and FP&A ManagerGroup Services Performance Management:Develop a deep understanding of Group functional cost drivers, risks, opportunities and efficiency levers across the Group cost base to drive improvements in operational and financial performanceDeliver quality performance reporting and robust projections of future performance, incorporating quality insight underpinned by cost driversWork collaboratively with operational, procurement and strategy teams to add financial value and drive improved performance outcomes in year and over the long term planFinancial Planning, Analysis, Accounting & Reporting management Responsible for leading the consolidated budgeting, forecasting and management reporting process across the Retail, Digital & Group Services Directorates; ensuring the process and outputs are delivered to time and qualityResponsible for leading the consolidation and delivery of performance reporting and forecast/budgeting discussions with the Retail Director and leadership teamFinancial LeadershipLeadership accountability for creating an engaging and positive working environment in collaboration with the wider Finance Leadership team, proactively identifying and developing talentRole model collaborative ways of working and innovative problem resolution techniques across retail, digital and group services finance and wider business teamsLocation - Hybrid, ReadingWhat you should bring to the roleFully Qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA Substantial experience of financial and business partnering experienceExperience with planning systems and technology ImprovementExperience with business intelligence tools and data visualisationsExcellent knowledge of providing financial insight, preparing annual plans, forecasts and knowing what good looks likeVery strong analytical and forecasting abilitiesHighly effective communication and influencing skills across all levels of operational leadership.A proven ability as a finance business partner, with a track record of creating value and driving financial process and insight improvementsCollaborative work style which also takes ownership to complete tasks independentlyAbility to multi-task and prioritise own and team members workStrong attention to detail whilst being able to see broader pictureWhat's in it for you?This is an exciting time to join Thames Water as we continue to deliver on our turnaround plan, offering the opportunity to become part of our strategic journey.Competitive salary of up to £80,000 - £95,000 per annum, depending on experienceAnnual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays) Car Allowance - £5,800Annual BonusPrivate Medical Health CareContributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contributionPersonal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a yearAccess 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 assurancePerformance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment)Who 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 meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.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 of 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.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.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.