Job Description

WE´RE DRIVEN TO FINANCE DREAMS.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

Always under control, always with passion: those who want to shape the future need to keep track especially when it comes to goal-oriented corporate management. Thanks to extensive training and qualified teams, our finance colleagues create decisive added value for the BMW Group anew every day because they know what really counts.

WHAT AWAITS YOU?

• As a Financial Accountant, with a strong digital first approach you will hold responsibility for monthly reporting according to IFRS for various BMW UK based subsidiaries with a combined average turnover of over £4 B. This will also include the preparation of statutory annual financial statements, active contribution to the monthly management reporting process and significant support to the external audit processes on an ongoing basis throughout the year.
• Lead and contribute to digital transformation initiatives within Finance, identifying opportunities to automate, streamline and enhance processes using modern digital tools, advanced analytics and emerging AI capabilities.
• Explore and deploy AI enabled solutions to streamline accounting workflows such as reconciliations, journal validation, reporting preparation and data quality controls.
• Drive the adoption of next‑generation tools such as intelligent agents, RPA integrations, predictive models, and generative‑AI‑enabled reporting to significantly reduce manual effort and improve accuracy and speed within the Finance functions.
• Shape, digitally, financial planning processes including budgets, “rolling” forecasts, cashflow and FX exposure planning.
• Collaborate proactively with UK and international BMW Group partners, shared service centres and HQ process owners to drive consistent, high‑quality financial outcomes.
• Guarantee adherence to strict deadlines while ensuring high‑quality financial output, financial integrity, and compliance.
• We will determine your specific tasks and priorities together with you, considering your strengths and experiences, as well as areas where you would like to develop.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a business‑related field with a clear focus on accounting and finance, and a passion for technology‑enabled finance, automation or AI‑supported processes.
• Possession of a professional accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) is desirable.
• Demonstrable experience in financial accounting and audit, either client‑side or within audit practice.
• Experience within an international company and/or “Big Four” practice background is beneficial.
• Knowledge of IFRS and FRS101 required.
• Demonstrable interest and experience in digital finance, automation, and modern analytics tools including AI‑enhanced financial processes (including, audit, OtD, P2P and closing), machine‑learning concepts or intelligent automation frameworks.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP SAC, or similar ERP/reporting tools highly beneficial — experience with AI‑enabled features or CoPilot‑style assistants in ERP/Finance systems is a plus.
• Coding experience (Python preferred) for automation or analytical use cases desirable — experience building or leveraging AI models, autonomous agents or data‑driven process intelligence is a strong advantage.
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
  
  

If you want to take the next step in your career and are a team player with excellent communication skills and a clear enthusiasm for digitalisation, then please apply today!

Closing date: 4th June 2026

At BMW Group, we are committed to offering our employees the right balance between work and personal life. We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer, so please discuss your individual requirements as part of the application process to help us agree on a suitable arrangement

We place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.

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Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening checks, and the offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory results. These checks include references, right to work, IT system Compliance Integrity Check (COIN), CV, and relevant qualifications. Additional checks may include criminal records, adverse financial (credit), directorships, address verification, internet research, and/or driving licence. If you have any queries about these checks, please discuss them with us, and we will be happy to provide further details.