Cost Administrator
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Salary£26k – £30k
LocationPeterborough; Lincoln
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentCentral Services
Company size5,001–10,000 people
PostedJan 15, 2026 · 9mo ago
Verified live14h ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Jan 15, 202678% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ days
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Strong prioritising and decision-making skills, ability to work well under pressure and process high volumes of costs daily to meet deadlines
Extensive IT knowledge (high proficiency on MS Excel)
Familiarity of the AW IT systems including M2i, SAP Power BI, and the (P2P) transactional processes: PR, PO, GRN, AP
Be a team player
Ability to maintain effective control systems
Excellent communication skills and ability to build good working relationships
Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise works
Positive attitude and ability to work well independently but integrate into teams
Skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Highly organised and analytical individual with strong numerical and financial skills
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, reporting
Familiarity with systems such as SAP, M2i, Power BI, and Purchase-to-Pay processes (PR, PO, GRN, AP)
Attention to detail, verbal and numerical reasoning
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Skills
MS Excel
M2i
SAP
Power BI
Word
PowerPoint
Benefits
Private health insurance
25 days annual leave
Flexible working
Pension
Bonus scheme
Circa £26,000 - £30,000, salary depending on skills and experience
Permanent
Lincoln and or Peterborough Office / Hybrid working
Full time with flexibility for part-time
Anglian Water offers a flexible approach; this role offers you the flexibility to work from home and from an Anglian Water office. We are building new teams both in Lincoln and Peterborough, so based location would be Thorpewood House in Peterborough or Enterprise House in Lincoln.
About the company
Central Services is a newly formed team at Anglian Water, committed to delivering safe, professional, collaborative and cost-effective maintenance and engineering support across the business. We play a vital role in helping the company achieve its strategic objectives by providing a wide range of services—from facilities and estate management, to engineering project delivery and technical support for both capital and planned or reactive maintenance projects. Our portfolio also includes fleet and logistics management, plant services, and a strong focus on continuous learning and collaboration. At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to excellence and high standards.
What you’ll be doing?
As a Cost Administrator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the financial and commercial management of projects and contracts. You’ll be responsible for creating and processing SAP requisitions, managing invoices, and ensuring timely payments while verifying that all works are completed accurately and in line with framework pricing and contractual terms.
You’ll assist the Cost Manager and Cost Analyst with cash flow monitoring, financial tracking, and reporting, helping to maintain accurate records for audits and cost assurance. You’ll also support the Purchase-to-Pay processes, supplier payments, and compliance with contractual obligations.
In addition, you’ll help maintain a safe working environment by promoting health and safety standards, participating in audits, reporting near misses, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
As a valued employee, you’ll be entitled to:
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Personal private health care
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25 days annual leave – rising with length of service
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Flexible working
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Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%
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Bonus scheme
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Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.
What does it take to be a Cost Administrator?
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Strong prioritising and decision-making skills, ability to work well under pressure and process high volumes of costs daily to meet deadlines
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Extensive IT knowledge (high proficiency on MS Excel)
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Familiarity of the AW IT systems including M2i, SAP power BI, and the (P2P) transactional processes: PR, PO, GRN, AP Be a team player
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The ability to maintain effective control systems
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Have excellent communication skills and the ability to build good working relationships throughout the team
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Have good organisational skills and have the ability to prioritise works
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Positive attitude and ability to work well independently, but to integrate into teams.
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Skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for a highly organised and analytical individual with strong numerical and financial skills, capable of managing high-volume workloads and meeting strict deadlines. You’ll have excellent communication and customer service skills, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and familiarity with systems such as SAP, M2i, Power BI, and Purchase-to-Pay processes (PR, PO, GRN, AP). Attention to detail, verbal and numerical reasoning, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential for success in this role.
Why Anglian Water?
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in finance and commercial management while playing a key role in supporting capital projects and service delivery. You’ll gain hands-on experience in financial processes, reporting, and supplier management, working closely with a collaborative team to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and on budget.
If you enjoy analysing data, problem-solving, and contributing to high-profile projects, this role offers both responsibility and excellent opportunities for learning and career progression.
Closing date: 11 January 2026
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