Finance Manager - Coggin Ford Jacksonville

Asbury Automotive Group • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Finance Manager manages the financial transaction for each dealership customer’s vehicle purchase. The role works with lenders to obtain approvals, prepares financial paperwork, advises staff on DMV laws, and helps customers and sales professionals navigate financing options and warranties. The Finance Manager also develops customer and lender relationships, supports warranty sales, ensures paperwork and funds are handled accurately and promptly, and works toward monthly objectives.

Requirements

• Prior automotive sales consultant experience; 1–3 years.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office products and dealership management systems.
• Detail-oriented and able to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinker who strives to find a solution for every customer when needed.
• Self-motivated and a team player.
• Ability to understand tag and title laws and DMV requirements.
• Track record of strong customer service ratings.
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screenings.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the financial transaction for each customer’s vehicle purchase.
• Work with lenders to obtain bank approval for vehicle purchases.
• Produce financial paperwork and advise staff on DMV laws.
• Work with the sales team and customers throughout the vehicle financing process.
• Build customer rapport and establish a network of referrals.
• Consult with customers about and sell finance and insurance warranties.
• Prepare and submit accurate title paperwork and documentation needed to secure funding from finance sources in a timely manner.
• Achieve monthly objectives.
• Meet deadlines for submitting customer paperwork to lenders and accounting.
• Secure and handle customer money during vehicle transactions and turn it over to accounting.
• Follow local and national regulations and advise the sales team about new or changed state laws related to vehicle purchases.
• Partner with service advisors to help customers purchase extended warranties when needed.
• Create and maintain customer relationships.
• Maintain a strong reputation with lenders and vendors.
• Present finance and insurance menus and explain warranty packages.
• Assist sales professionals in explaining lending options and warranties to customers.
• Build relationships with local and national bank and manufacturer representatives and meet with them monthly.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Paid training
• Stock awards for eligible select management and front-line team members
• Medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance plans
• Up to 12 weeks of paid pregnancy leave (disability leave)
• Paid parental leave
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability plans
• Whole life and term life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Pet insurance
• Digital career path tool
• Continuous training through Asbury’s Internal Learning Management System
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Technician student loan relief resources
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts on parts and service repairs
• Scholarship awards
• Community service initiatives, including paid volunteer hours
• Employee referral program with bonus opportunities

What This Job Offers

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