Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Group Finance team as a

Lead Reporting Analyst

based in either Exeter or Bristol. This is a new role, with a permanent full time contract on a competitive salary of

45,000 - 55,000 per annum plus excellent benefits.

About the role:

As Lead Reporting Analyst you will be responsible for preparing, analysing, and presenting Group financial reports that will help bring the new Business Unit structure to life and support strategic decision making. You will work in our Strategic Planning and Reporting team, in regular contact with our Group Financial Controller and CFO.


What you'll be doing:

+ Developing and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. This includes the monthly Group Results and CFO report. + Drive the integrity and availability of self-service Business Unit reporting from Infor BI, liaising with the Business Units and Central Finance
+ Coordinating the preparation of Group financial budgets and forecasts, developing and owning detailed input and consolidation files and liaising with Operational Finance


What we're looking for:

+ Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) + Proven experience and interest in financial reporting and analysis.
+ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and financial modelling.
+ Familiarity with financial software and ERP systems.
+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
+ Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
+ Determination to deliver results.


What's in it for you:

+ We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. We're one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition. In return, we offer an excellent range of benefits including: + Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
+ A discretionary Bonus
+ Competitive Contributory Pension
+ Share-save Scheme
+ Various health benefits
+ Wellbeing support programmes
+ A range of Group Discounts
+ Cycle to Work Scheme
+ Financial support services
+ And plenty more!

Closing date:

18th June 2025


Since 1846, we've been making people healthier and the economy stronger. We've served generations of families and will serve generations to come.


We're here to have a positive impact on people and the planet for generations. We don't just give people water - we keep them healthy and help them grow. We work around the clock, testing our water hundreds of times every day.


We take this same view with our 600 employees, we don't just give them jobs in water, we keep them healthy and help them grow.

The best of both worlds

We're one of the smallest water companies in the UK. Being small means we're nimble and can achieve things quickly for our customers and our people.


But while we're small, we're also part of a larger family. In June 2021 we became part of the Pennon group, which also owns South West Water and Bournemouth Water.


This means that as part of our team, you'll get the best of both worlds - the dynamism and fast pace of a smaller company, along with the security and breadth of opportunity that comes with being part of a large organisation.