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Cost Analyst


Job Location:

Colchester - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Cost Analyst

Salary: circa 30000

Location: East Anglia area Peterborough Huntingdon Lincoln Milton Keynes Northampton Norwich & Colchester

Working Hours:Full-time 37 hours

Who are we

Join the team that keeps water flowing and communities thriving.

At Anglian Water we know that every drop counts and behind every reliable service is a team of dedicated people making it happen. Our IMR Water Recycling Team plays a vital role in maintaining the systems that help deliver sustainable water management across the region.

Were looking for practical problem-solvers and team players who want to make a real this role youll help to maintain the equipment that supports accurate water use improves efficiency and protects our environment for future generations. No two days are the same from diagnosing faults to delivering hands-on solutions in the field youll be part of a team that keeps our water recycling operations running smoothly.

If you enjoy being part of a supportive team that takes pride in doing meaningful work this could be the opportunity for you. At Anglian Water you wont just build a career youll help safeguard one of our most precious resources.

What you will be doing as our Cost Analyst

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Analyst (C55) to join our IMR Water Recycling alliance this role you will play a vital part in ensuring financial transparency cost control and value optimisation across metering repair activities supporting both operational performance and strategic decision-making.

Working closely with operational teams and alliance partners you will provide insight into cost performance identify efficiencies and help drive continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on data analysis and enjoys influencing outcomes in a collaborative fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyse and monitor costs associated with maintenance repair activities across alliance partners

  • Produce regular financial and performance reports highlighting trends risks and opportunities

  • Support budgeting forecasting and cost planning processes within the Water Recycling function

  • Work collaboratively with operational teams to identify and deliver cost efficiencies

  • Validate and challenge financial data ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls

  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial performance and reporting

Key Skills & Behaviours
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets

  • High attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting

  • Effective communication skills with the ability to present insights to non-financial stakeholders

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial or data analysis tools

  • Collaborative mindset with the confidence to challenge and influence decisions

  • Proactive organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

As a valued employee youll be entitled to:
  • Personal private health care

  • 25 days annual leave rising with length of service

  • Flexible working

  • Competitive pension scheme Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%

  • Bonus scheme

  • Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.

Inclusion at Anglian Water:

Inclusion is for everyone and we are an equal opportunity employer which means well consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression ethnic origin nationality religion or beliefs age sexual orientation disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes and were committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues feel they belong.

Please Note

This opportunity is open to all internal candidates. However in accordance with our redeployment process priority will be given to colleagues whose roles are directly impacted and are at risk of redundancy. Applications from those not at risk of redundancy will only be considered if no suitable candidates from the affected group are successful.

If you feel you have what it takes to add value to the team then please apply today.

Closing Date: 26th June 2026

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Required Experience:

IC


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