Automotive Finance Manager

Van Horn Automotive Group • Glendale, WI

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About The Position

Van Horn KIA of Glendale is seeking a professional, dynamic, customer-focused Finance Manager to oversee dealership activities and help maximize sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction. The Finance Manager works directly with customers to arrange financing and finalize vehicle purchases. The role also presents and explains extended warranties, protection plans, and other aftermarket products while completing sales contracts, supporting a transparent, compliant, and exceptional buying experience.

The Finance Manager is responsible for finance operations and dealer assets, maintaining relationships with lenders, meeting transaction and funding timelines, and supporting customer retention. The role also works with the sales organization by sharing deal status, providing training in aftermarket sales techniques, and mentoring sales staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid, active driver's license.
• Obtain a Wisconsin Sales License upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Previous automotive sales experience.
• Previous finance experience.
• Prior sales experience.
• Personnel management experience.

Responsibilities

• Protect dealer assets and complete transparent transactions in accordance with the Van Horn Ethics Policy.
• Carry responsibility for all finance activities.
• Keep contracts in transit funded within seven days or less.
• Support customer retention.
• Submit completed deals to the business office within 24 hours of R/S.
• Maintain acceptable gross profit margins on products sold.
• Maintain excellent relationships with lenders.
• Follow Van Horn compliance policies, procedures, and error-rate expectations.
• Provide customers with an efficient, transparent vehicle delivery experience and the opportunity to purchase insurance, investment protection, and other aftermarket products.
• Maintain a positive attitude with the sales organization.
• Keep sales staff informed about benefits and train them in aftermarket sales techniques.
• Inform salespeople about deal status.
• Support and mentor sales staff to build enthusiasm.
• Assist with training new sales employees.

Benefits

• Employee-owned company with a 100% company-funded retirement plan.
• Supportive resources.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead a high-performing sales team.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Paid time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays.
• Gym/workout reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and 401(k).
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time annually.
• Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service.
• Community involvement.
• Holiday parties, a Brewers game, and a summer picnic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED