Indirect Funding Specialist

DriveTime•Mesa, AZ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Indirect Funding Specialist works with third-party dealers and internal partners to verify contract packages. The role reviews and verifies loan documents, applies underwriting policies and procedures, and corresponds with dealer partners to resolve pending items. The specialist completes deal reviews with urgency and accuracy, identifies opportunities within deal packets, assesses information to detect and avoid fraud, and ensures compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and credit stipulations. The position also documents escalations and deal overviews, communicates professionally with dealerships, supports specialized department processes and projects, answers dealer questions, and educates dealer partners about funding policy. The role collaborates with Dealer Specialists and other departments. It offers a hybrid schedule: in the office Tuesday through Thursday and work from home Monday and Friday, with operating hours of 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to work autonomously and stay self-motivated.
Sound decision-making based on gathering and considering relevant facts.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of funding experience.
Experience working with vendors.
Bilingual.

Responsibilities

Complete deal reviews with a strong sense of urgency while maintaining accuracy.
Use knowledge and experience to identify opportunities within deal packets.
Analyze and assess gathered information, exercise sound judgment to detect and avoid fraudulent activity, and ensure adherence to corporate policies, procedures, and credit stipulations on assigned contracts.
Provide escalations and deal overviews through notes and touchpoints.
Communicate professionally with dealership partners.
Participate in specialized department processes and projects as needed.
Address dealer questions and educate dealer partners about funding policy as opportunities arise.
Build internal relationships and collaborate with Dealer Specialists and other departments.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with the company covering a sizable amount of premiums.
401(k).
Company-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Professional growth opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Wellness program with self-guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives, and discounts on medical premiums for participation in activities.
Competitive pay.
Game room with ping-pong, pool, and other games.
In-house gym.
Social events and company outings.
Personal rewards and prizes.
Paid time off for full-time roles, including wellness days, holidays, and personal time.