Financial Accountant

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. We want to keep driving towards the future, so our team is currently seeking a Financial Accountant wanting to progress their development in industry.
 

WHAT AWAITS YOU?

•    As a Financial Accountant you will hold responsibility for monthly reporting according to IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) for various BMW UK based subsidiaries with a combined average turnover of over £5 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.
•    You will guarantee adherence to strict deadlines, whilst ensuring the high-quality output of the financial statements to all internal and external stakeholders, ensuring the application of relevant accounting standards, financial integrity, internal controls and compliance in your area of responsibility.
•    You will take a key role in the financial planning processes such as the annual budget and rolling forecasts, including cash flow and foreign currency exposure planning. 
•    You will be highly involved in digitalisation and continuous process improvement activities with a focus on quality management, independently analysing ongoing financial processes to identify areas for optimisation and automation.
•    Pro-active interaction and collaboration with UK and international BMW Group partner companies, shared service centres and cross functional BMW Headquarter process partners.
•    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. 

•    Possession of a professional accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) required.
•    Previous, demonstrable experience in financial accounting with audit either as a client or client facing. Experience within an international company and/or “Big Four” practice background is beneficial. Manufacturing or automotive industry experience would also be an advantage. 
•    Knowledge of International Accounting Standards (IFRS) and FRS101 required. 
•    Proficient in working with MS Office (especially MS Excel).
•    Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
•    Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
•    Effective communication and interpersonal skills at all levels.
•    Knowledge and experience of using SAP R/3 and/or S/4HANA FI modules beneficial. 
 

If you want to take the next step in your career, then please apply today!

Please note, in this role you will be able to follow a hybrid work structure where employees can work, subject to reporting and audit activities, remotely 1-2 days a week.
 

The closing date for this role is Friday 13th September 2024.  
 

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening checks and the offer of employment will be subject to results which we consider are satisfactory.   Checks will include references, right to work, IT system Compliance Integrity Check (COIN), CV and relevant qualifications.  Checks may also include criminal records, adverse financial (credit), directorships, address, internet research and/or driving licence. If you have any queries on any of these checks, please discuss with us and we will be happy to go through with you in more detail.