Finance & Insurance Writer

Simi Valley Chevrolet • Simi Valley, CA

2d

About The Position

This position directs the sale of and sells new and used car buyers financing and insurance programs. F&I Writer also works with financial lenders to get the best interest rates for the dealership. F&I Writer is expected to uphold the highest ethical standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or college degree or equivalent
• A proven track record of at least 3-5 years of automotive F&I Producer experience is a must; Director experience preferred.
• Must maintain the profitability of their department while controlling expenses and maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Must understand and keep abreast of the federal, state, and local regulations that affect operations.
• Must have strong communication skills in order to work with customers, employees and finance and insurance vendors.
• Must be able to work extended hours, evenings, holidays and weekends.
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
• Valid Driver’s License and proof of insurance are required.
• Must have a clean driving record and be able to pass an MVR and background check.
• Must be able to work in a sitting position for extended periods of time (at desk, while driving, and/or on airplane travel) in an office/industrial environment
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop and reach to perform functions
• Ability to lift 25-30 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone

Responsibilities

• Oversee dealership customer loan origination and approval process while maintaining strong relationships with prime and subprime lenders
• Accurately prepare all federal, state, and dealer paperwork and submit to the accounting department in a timely manner
• Establish and maintain monthly forecasted income, penetration levels, and customer satisfaction index (CSI) scores
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and year end reports
• Present service contracts, GAP, and other beneficial ancillary products
• Understanding and complying with federal, state and local regulations that affect the new and used-vehicle and finance departments.
• Creating and maintaining a program with the sales department that will ensure all new sales are referred to the F&I department.
• Training and providing the sales and finance teams with information on finance and lease programs and the benefits of the dealership’s financing and extended service programs.
• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism

What This Job Offers

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