Finance Manager - Golden State Nissan

Wise Auto Group has been your automotive family for over 100 years! We believe in hiring the heart and training the mind and strive to hire passionate individuals who want to stand out from the crowd. We want to challenge our associates to be the best they can be, while providing all the resources to help them reach their potential. Working at Wise Auto is more than a job - it's a career! If you want to be part of one of the fastest growing automotive groups in the country, Wise Auto is the place for you!

We are looking for the people that want to...

• Learn from the best in the business
• Grow and develop professionally
• Raise the bar in the Automotive Industry
• Take the next step in a long CAREER

An Auto Finance Manager coordinates the financing for customers buying new or used vehicles. They act as the intermediary between the customer and the banks and make sure to maintain positive relationships with both. Auto Finance Managers prepare paperwork and contracts and make sure that deals are effectively closed.

DUTIES:

• Monthly Departmental Forecasts: submit plans and forecast for the coming month to the Finance Director. Monthly forecast should include total gross income, average income per retail unit, expenses, and a written explanation for year-to-date variances.
• Sell finance and extended service contract products to all customers.
• Instruct salespeople in the methods to aid in selling of Finance Products.
• Work closely with management to secure both front and back profit centers.
• Maintain insurance files and prepare and submit necessary claims.
• Prepare, submit, and file monthly penetration reports on finance penetration.
• Prepare and maintain F&I daily operating control.
• Be responsible for all rate questions.
• Responsible for the funding of contracts from the bank in a timely manner.
• Annual Departmental Forecasts: submit department forecast, by month, for the coming year, to the Finance Director including budget for total sales, gross, and expenses by month.
• Seek out and secure financial sources to purchase finance paper directed by the Finance Director.
• Follow company rules for safeguarding customer information at all times.
• Check all paperwork to ensure title, lien, taxes, and other related delivery documents are correct.
• Obtain finance approval from lending institutions on all finance deals.
• Maintain a record of finance and insurance fees due the dealership and ensure its collection.

Job Requirements:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Previous experience working in dealership atmosphere preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work on cross-functional teams in both leadership and member roles.
• Results oriented and self-motivated.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in automotive finance and insurance industry.

Benefits

• Complete paid training programs for rapid advancement including periodic job reviews
• Long term job security
• Associate discounts on vehicles, service and parts purchases
• Growth opportunities
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee vehicle purchase plans
• Employee recognition programs
• Leading competitive pay
• 401k plan w/ matching contributions
• Family culture with organized structure

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Wise Auto Group from a third party, such as an Agency, including unsolicited resumes sent to Wise Auto Group’s mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to employees or hiring managers will be considered Wise Auto Group’s property. Wise Auto Group will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

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