7303 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
Req #219
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Finance Manager – Kearny Mesa Ford Kia
Job Summary:
Kearny Mesa Ford Kia is looking for a Finance Manager to join the high-volume dealership. This individual must have great closing skills and a very strong CSI. The Finance Manager sells new and used car buyers financing and insurance programs. Finance Managers also work with financial lenders to give fair interest rates to buyers and programs.
Compensation:
Employees in this position will be paid a base hourly wage at the applicable minimum wage rate ($16.30), plus commissions. Commission amounts vary based on performance, but the expected average annual earnings are approx. $120,000 to $200,000. The annual/hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum pay range expected for this role. Compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.
Responsibilities:
- Offering vehicle financing and insurance to customers and providing them with a thorough explanation of aftermarket products, extended warranties and a complete explanation of manufacturer and dealership service procedures and policies.
- Maintaining good working relationships with lenders to secure competitive interest rates and financing programs.
- Processing financing and leasing deals accurately and securing approval through financial sources as well as the proper federal, state and corporate channels.
- Understanding and complying with federal, state and local regulations that affect the new and used vehicle finance departments.
- Responsible for maintaining the profitability of the department while controlling expenses and maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Creating and maintaining a program with the sales department that will ensure all new sales are referred to the F&I department.
- Training and providing the sales team with information on finance and leasing programs as well as the benefits of the dealership's financing and extended service programs.
- Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Qualifications:
- Two years of automotive sales experience and one year in a dealership finance manager position is required.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to provide accounting services as detailed in financing agreements.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as budget creation and analysis software.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Thorough understanding of financial principles, practices, and policies.
- Understanding of financial ethics.
- Strong communication skills to work with customers, employees, and finance and insurance vendors.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Kearny Mesa Ford/Kia employees are offered a generous benefit plan which includes:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Paid Holidays and Vacation Time, Short and Long-Term Disability, Company Sponsored Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Vehicle Purchase, Service and Parts Discounts, Employee Assistance Plans (EAP), Maderas Golf Club Discounts and More!
Kearny Mesa Ford/Kia is an equal opportunity employer (m/f/d/v) and maintains a drug free workplace. If you receive an offer of employment, it will be contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Pay Type: Hourly
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