Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner (Mercedes-Benz Division) – Hybrid (expectation to conduct at least 4x site visits a month in Wakefield, Leeds, Huddersfield and Suffolk and work from the Head Office in Annesley, Nottinghamshire on an adhoc basis, approximately every other month)

Salary up to £57,000 with bonus, car allowance, pension, family PMI life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals and aftersales services

At Lithia UK, we’re proud to be one of the world’s leading automotive groups. With a portfolio of iconic brands and a clear ambition to modernise personal transportation – wherever, whenever and however consumers desire – data and insight sit at the heart of our commercial success.

We’re now looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our Commercial Finance Team. As Finance Business Partner, you’ll act as a trusted advisor to our store leadership teams, providing insight, analysis and financial guidance that supports strong commercial decision-making. You’ll play a key part in helping our dealerships understand performance, identify opportunities for improvement and ultimately maximise business results.

Working in partnership with operational teams, divisional leadership and our central finance functions, you’ll ensure financial information is understood, accurate and used effectively to drive performance.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for but not limited to:

• Partnering with store leadership teams to provide financial insight and support commercial decision making
• Delivering forecasting, variance analysis and performance reporting in line with group requirements
• Reviewing monthly financial reports and working with operational leaders to identify trends, risks and opportunities
• Supporting dealerships with working capital management and cost control initiatives
• Ensuring stores complete required financial and operational checks, including stock and fixed asset reviews
• Acting as a key liaison between store operations and the Shared Service Centre (SSC)
• Supporting the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) process, ensuring management teams understand assumptions and output
• Monitoring manufacturer bonus schemes, funding arrangements and compliance requirements
• Assisting with ad-hoc financial analysis and requests from senior stakeholders
• Promoting financial best practice across the division and wider business

Do you have what it takes to be a Lithia UK colleague? We’re looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant or similar commercial finance role
• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills
• The ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities and solving problems
• Experience supporting forecasting, budgeting or AOP processes

What we can offer you: 

• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love 
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday 
• Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most 
• Access a new car through our Salary Sacrifice scheme and enjoy a smarter way to drive
• Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart 
• We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries 
• Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities 
• Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme 
• Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding 
• Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme 

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people: 

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you’re ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey. 

Lithia UK are an equal opportunities employer, and we are proud members of Automotive 30% Club, Diversity in Retail and Inclusive Companies. We welcome all applications regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, marital status, socio-economic background or Veteran status. We will also consider qualified applicants with prior criminal convictions, in accordance with the law.