Finance Manager

About Us

Overview

IRA ACURA OF WESTWOOD is part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail and we are looking to add qualified AUTOMOTIVE FINANCE MANAGER to our team. Group 1 is a Fortune 500 company that offers a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support for its associates. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism and teamwork- now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. Apply today or refer a qualified friend.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities

Responsibilities

• Oversee dealership customer loan origination and approval process.
• Establish and maintain strong relations with our lenders.
• Recruit, hire and develop associates for the Financial Services Department.
• Maintain accurate monthly, quarterly and year-end reports.
• Determine the customer’s need for financing and explore payment options.
• Establish a positive relationship with customers as they are presented products and services.
• Present warranties, credit insurance, GAP insurance and other beneficial products offered by the dealership.
• Secure and finalize transactions in a legal and ethical manner while maintain a high level of productivity.
• Meet monthly forecast for finance and insurance income, penetration levels and customer satisfaction.
• Accurately prepare all federal, state, and dealer paperwork related to the transaction and submits to the dealership’s Accounting Department in a timely manner.
• Enhance customer satisfaction during the entire purchase experience.
• Supervise the financial services associates to ensure individual and department goals are met.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a dealership F&I Department, automotive sales, or in the selling of financial products required.
• Proficient at operating a personal computer including Microsoft Office:  E-mail, Excel and Word.ADP Dealer Services Experience a plus.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Great attitude with high-energy personality.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Professional appearance and work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a process driven environment.
• Outstanding communication skills in both verbal and written.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College degree or experience preferred.
• Valid driver license in the state that you will work and a good driving record.

Compensation : $175,000.00 to $250,000.00

Equal Opportunity Employer