Automotive Finance Manager-Topeka KS

Briggs Automotive Group • Topeka, KS

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About The Position

Briggs Auto Group is a family-owned automotive organization founded in 1979 by Russ and Ilene Briggs, starting with a single used-car lot in Manhattan, Kansas and growing across Northeast Kansas through a customer-first mindset and operational discipline. This Finance Manager role supports our three Topeka rooftops: Briggs Dodge RAM FIAT of Topeka, Briggs Kia of Topeka, and Briggs Subaru of Topeka. As an Automotive Finance Manager, you will own the financial and insurance execution of vehicle transactions across our Topeka locations. You will partner with customers, sales leadership, and lending partners to deliver a compliant, efficient, and high-performing finance process that maximizes customer satisfaction and dealership profitability.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Automotive Finance Manager (or strong F&I Producer track record) required.
• Strong working knowledge of indirect lending, credit tiers, lease structures, and aftermarket products.
• Proven ability to negotiate with lenders and present products with confidence, transparency, and consistency.
• High attention to detail; contract accuracy and compliance discipline are non-negotiable.
• Ability to operate under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with shifting priorities across multiple locations.
• Proficiency with dealership systems (DMS, desking/credit platforms, e-contracting tools).
• Reputation for integrity: does it right, every time—no shortcuts.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in selecting appropriate financing, leasing, and protection options aligned to their needs and budget.
• Maintain and grow relationships with banks, credit unions, and captive lenders; ensure accurate, timely submission of credit applications and stipulation follow-up.
• Present financing and product options clearly (rate, term, payment structure, coverage, deductibles, exclusions), ensuring customers understand what they’re signing.
• Structure deals to meet lender guidelines while supporting dealership objectives (profitability, approval rate, funding speed).
• Ensure complete and accurate contracting: verify identity, income/residence as needed, signatures, disclosures, and funding package accuracy.
• Drive F&I performance through disciplined menu presentation, objection handling, and ethical product penetration (VSC, GAP, maintenance, tire/wheel, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal requirements (privacy, adverse action, OFAC, fair lending, truth-in-lending, e-contracting, etc.).
• Partner with Sales Managers to improve deal quality, reduce funding friction, and create consistent execution across all three Topeka rooftops.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and quickly; protect CSI while maintaining policy and compliance standards.
• Stay current on lender programs, product offerings, and industry trends; implement best practices that increase approvals, speed, and profitability.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package (salary + performance incentives/commission).
• Medical, dental, vision options (per company plan).
• 401(k)/retirement options (per company plan).
• Paid time off and paid holidays (per company policy).
• Ongoing training, certification opportunities, and career growth within a multi-rooftop group.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed