Finance Manager

Lithia & Driveway•Garden City, MI

81d

About The Position

The Finance Manager helps customers select vehicle protection products and secures financing by working with lenders to find suitable financing options. The role processes and verifies transaction paperwork, submits deals electronically, enters transactions into dealership and bank systems, and tracks receivables and outstanding funding requirements. The Finance Manager works closely with customers, the sales team, sales managers, lenders, and dealership leadership to complete transactions accurately and provide a satisfactory customer experience. The position also supports sales-floor customer engagement during peak traffic periods and requires obtaining appropriate licensing within 90 days of hire. Compensation is performance-based commission with bonuses and is described as potentially reaching six figures. The schedule is flexible and requires open availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. High school graduation or equivalent and being at least 18 years old are required.

Requirements

At least 3 years of automotive dealership finance experience.
Prior automotive sales closer experience.
Strong relationships with lenders.
A team-oriented approach focused on exceptional customer service.
Ability to set and achieve targeted goals.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills, with working knowledge of computers.
Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in the state of residence.
High school graduate or equivalent.
At least 18 years old.
Open availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

CDK experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Present vehicle protection packages and explain their benefits to customers.
Build professional relationships with lenders and arrange customer financing.
Submit deals electronically to banks using the appropriate dealer system.
Enter transactions into ADP and bank approval systems.
Process transaction paperwork accurately and ensure it meets office, state DMV, and lender requirements.
Track deal receivables and follow up on outstanding items to collect funds and satisfy bank contract-funding stipulations.
Participate in Sales Receivables, Save-a-Deal, and Store Manager meetings.
Work with the sales team and sales managers to complete transactions to customers’ satisfaction.
Follow up with customers about purchased products that require customer action.
Assist the Sales Team with customer engagement during peak traffic times.
Obtain all appropriate licensing within 90 days of hire.