Automotive Finance Manager

About the role

Group 1 Honda Stone Mountain is part of the fast-growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail. We are looking to add a qualified Finance Manager to our team.

Benefits

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

• Group health
• Dental
• Vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities

Responsibilities

• Oversee the 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 with 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 maintaining a high level of productivity.
• Meet monthly forecasts for finance and insurance income, penetration levels, and customer satisfaction.
• Accurately prepare all federal, state, and dealer paperwork related to the transaction and submit it 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.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company's Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers, and vendors.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a dealership F&I Department, automotive sales, or selling 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, both verbal and written.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College degree or experience preferred.
• Valid driver license in the state where you will work and a good driving record.
• All applicants must pass pre-employment testing, including background checks, MVR, and drug testing, in order to qualify for employment.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable pre-employment requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local law.