Operational Accounting - Placement Year

WE´RE DRIVEN TO FINANCE DREAMS.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

At BMW, our dynamic finance teams continuously drive our business forward. And we count on everyone to play their part in helping us to reach ambitious new milestones. So whether you’re passionate about supporting our diverse teams with expert financial planning and management, or creating innovative new financial products that enable more people to enjoy the thrill of driving our vehicles, you’re sure to find an exciting challenge with us. Fostering a culture where everyone feels empowered, rewarded and supported is the driving force behind our success. So join us in changing the way the world moves for good.

Plant Oxford is the birthplace and heart of MINI production. Manufactured to individual customer specifications, hundreds of MINIs leave the plant’s assembly lines each day, off to meet new owners in more than 110 countries around the world. Three UK plants have a part to play in MINI production – Plant Hams Hall makes engines, Plant Swindon produces body pressings and sub-assemblies for MINI, and all this comes together at Plant Oxford with body shell production, paint and final assembly.

MINI Plant Oxford - Operational Accounting – 13 Month Placement (July 2026)

The Finance department provides Accounting activity to all subsidiaries that make up the UK Production Triangle. Accounting activity covers all Statutory and BMW Group reporting obligations for the 3 major legal entities within the UK Production Triangle with focus on applicable Accounting standard adherence, control frameworks, governance and relevant compliance. 

What will you be doing?

• Effectively contribute as a member within the organisation’s Accounting team.
• Actively participate within the Accounting function and wider business in all aspects of operational manufacturing accounting.
• Assessment of current process and recommendations for improvement within relevant legislative frameworks.
• You will be highly involved in digitalisation and continuous process improvement activities with a focus on quality management.
• Strong focus on reporting deadlines and flexible working to achieve targets.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills:

• Studying a Business, Finance or Economics degree and on track to achieve a 2:2 standard or higher
• Strong English language skills are necessary
• Very good IT skills are advantageous including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SAP
• Interested in, and passionate about working for the BMW Group and MINI 

Why choose us?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £23,650, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37 hours a week, with a half day on a Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including an on-site gym, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process could include: online testing, video interview and then a face to face, telephone or virtual interview with the hiring manager. This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

Please note:

Once you make your application you will be automatically sent cognitive tests (via Eligo) for completion before we have had the opportunity to determine your eligibility for the role.

Please be aware that if you complete the tests and you are not eligible your application will not be processed any further. If you need support in undertaking the tests please email us at FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.  

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

Closing date for applications:   Friday 31st October 2025

Any further questions? Email us on recruitment-uk@bmwgroup.com