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Posted Date:  10 Jul 2025
Posting End Date:  24/07/2025
Location:  Coventry
Company:  Severn Trent Water Limited
Department:  Finance and Assurance
Salary (£):  £Competitve

Group Financial Accounting Manager

 

 

 

Hello, we’re Severn Trent and we think water…and people, are wonderful.   

24 hours a day, 365 days a year we serve 4.8 million households and business across the heart of the UK.

Each cuppa drank and every toilet flushed is only possible because of the 10,000 brilliant team members working across our patch.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality. We know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities where they live.

 

 

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW 

 

Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for delivering gold standard financial reporting? 

 

Join Severn Trent as our Group Financial Accounting Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of one of the UK’s most essential services.

 

 

As the Group Financial Accounting Manager, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality financial accounting and reporting across the Severn Trent Group. 

 

 

This includes overseeing external financial reporting, group consolidation, and statutory reporting for Severn Trent Water, Severn Trent Plc, and other corporate entities.

 

 

You’ll lead a talented team of 5 direct, 8 total reports, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with IFRS standards—all while supporting strategic decision-making at the highest levels.

 

 

Severn Trent is entering a transformative phase in its financial reporting journey with the implementation of IFRS 18 and IFRS 20, marking a significant shift in how performance and disclosures are presented across the Group.

 

 

This is an exciting opportunity for the new Group Financial Accounting Manager to be at the forefront of this change—playing a pivotal role in shaping how these new standards are embedded across the business.

 

 

From influencing strategy to guiding teams through technical complexities, this role offers the chance to lead one of the most impactful financial reporting transitions in recent years, ensuring Severn Trent remains an industry leader in transparency, compliance, and innovation.

 

Further responsibilities include:

  • Lead the delivery of financial statements, results announcements, and group consolidations
  • Oversee technical accounting areas and ensure IFRS compliance across the group
  • Deliver accurate, timely reporting for Severn Trent Water, Plc, and corporate entities
  • Identify risks and opportunities in reported figures and support tax reporting needs
  • Manage and develop two high-performing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
  • Collaborate with senior leaders, coordinate audits, and maintain strong internal and external relationships
  • Stay ahead of financial reporting developments and drive innovation in reporting practices

 

 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

 

We’re looking for a qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with substantial post-qualification experience in financial reporting within a listed company environment—ideally FTSE 350 or above. 

This is the perfect opportunity for an Audit Manager or Senior Manager from a Big-4 accountancy firm looking to make their first move into Industry, or for someone with experience in a large, complex organisation in a similar role seeking a fresh and rewarding challenge

You’ll bring deep expertise in IFRS, strong technical accounting skills, and a proven track record of leading high-impact reporting projects.

Experience managing and developing small teams of specialists is essential, along with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly to senior stakeholders.

If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and a strong grasp of financial reporting developments, we’d love to hear from you

 

 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU


We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

 

 

With that in mind, here are some of our favourite perks that you get being part of the Severn Trent family:

 

  • 31 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year) 
  • Annual bonus scheme (up to 20% of your salary dependent on company performance and subject to eligibility)
  • Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%) 
  • Car allowance of £5,208 pa (Pro rata where appropriate)
  • Private medical cover, life assurance, income protection and personal accident cover
  • 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 paid volunteering days per year

 

WHATS NEXT?

 

We can’t wait to hear from you. 

 

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. 

 

And if your curiosity has been piqued and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

 

PS. we’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails. 

 

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