Severn Trent

Financial Performance Analyst

Severn Trent

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Coventry • United Kingdom

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Salary

💰 £50,000 - £56,725 per year

About the role

  • Lead financial forecasting across all four AP subservices, while developing tools and training that empower Tactical Asset Planning teams to produce accurate forecasts independently.
  • Strengthen financial governance, supporting teams to manage gated and block projects confidently, stay within budget, and spot early signs of risk.
  • Analyse project and programme performance, identifying trends, cost drivers and opportunities for improvement.
  • Act as a dedicated Finance Business Partner embedded within Tactical Asset Planning, helping colleagues understand the financial impact of operational decisions, challenging assumptions constructively, and supporting budgeting, forecasting and business case development.
  • Ensure adherence to financial policies, including capitalisation rules and governance frameworks.
  • Translate complex financial concepts into clear, practical guidance for non‑finance colleagues.
  • Work collaboratively across the wider business, particularly with Finance Business Partners in Capital Delivery and Customer Operations, ensuring consistent reporting and a joined-up approach between AP and Finance.

Requirements

  • Significant experience in financial planning, forecasting, or programme finance.
  • Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
  • The ability to simplify complexity, provide constructive challenge, and communicate financial matters clearly.
  • Proficiency in Excel, SAP, and Power BI.
  • Qualified financial/accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA).
  • A full UK driving licence (preferred, not essential).
Benefits
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
  • Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
  • Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
  • Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
  • Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
  • Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
  • Family friendly policies
  • Two volunteer days per year
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial forecastingfinancial modellinganalytical skillsbudgetingbusiness case developmentproject performance analysiscost drivers analysis
Soft Skills
communicationconstructive challengesimplifying complexitycollaboration
Certifications
ACACIMAACCA