Automotive Finance Manager

Swickard Auto Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

F&I training

Career growth

Employee vehicle discounts

Hospitality culture

Job summary

Volvo Cars Seattle, part of Swickard Auto Group, seeks a Finance Manager to guide guests through financing, leasing, and protection products with integrity. You will structure deals in collaboration with the sales and lending teams, selling F&I options like VSC and GAP while maintaining strict compliance.

A hospitality mindset supports guest trust and dealership integrity. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in luxury/franchise finance, strong DMS knowledge (Reynolds & Reynolds / CDK), and an active

Qualifications

• Finance Manager experience in a franchised dealership, luxury or import brand preferred.
• Proven performance in product penetration and lender diversification.
• Knowledge of menu selling, deal structure, and compliance standards (Reg Z, TILA, FCRA).
• Volvo or European brand experience is a strong plus.
• Active state F&I license or ability to obtain before start.

Responsibilities

• Guide guests through financing, leasing, and protection options with transparency and care.
• Structure deals coordinating with sales and lending partners for compliant transactions.
• Present and sell F&I products via a disciplined menu-based process.
• Build lender relationships to deliver competitive options for guests.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations on every deal.
• Partner with sales leadership to capture 100% of finance transactions.

Skills

Finance management

PVR penetration

VSC penetration

GAP penetration

Menu selling

Deal structure

Compliance standards

Brand experience (Volvo/European)

DMS experience (Reynolds & Reynolds/CD

F&I license

Job description

Description

Seattle, WA | Volvo Cars | Luxury brand | Finance Manager | F&I | Veterans encouraged to apply | $75,000 - $180,000+ annually

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

At Volvo Cars Seattle, the finance office is an extension of everything the Volvo brand stands for -- transparency, integrity, and a genuine respect for the guest. Volvo buyers are thoughtful, values-driven, and quick to recognize when they're being treated well. Our Finance Manager sets that tone on every deal.

Description

Seattle, WA | Volvo Cars | Luxury brand | Finance Manager | F&I | Veterans encouraged to apply | $75,000 - $180,000+ annually

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

At Volvo Cars Seattle, the finance office is an extension of everything the Volvo brand stands for -- transparency, integrity, and a genuine respect for the guest. Volvo buyers are thoughtful, values-driven, and quick to recognize when they're being treated well. Our Finance Manager sets that tone on every deal.

What You'll Do

• Guide guests through financing, leasing, and protection product options with transparency, confidence, and genuine care
• Structure deals accurately and efficiently -- coordinating with sales and lending partners to ensure smooth, compliant transactions
• Present and sell F-&I products -- including VSC, GAP, and maintenance -- through a disciplined menu-based process
• Build and maintain strong lender and leasing partner relationships to deliver competitive options for every guest
• Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and manufacturer regulations on every deal, every time
• Partner with sales leadership to capture 100% of finance transactions and deliver a seamless handoff experience
• Maintain clean, accurate deal documentation and fund contracts within established timelines
• Represent Volvo Cars Seattle and Swickard's hospitality standard through every guest interaction in the finance office

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of Finance Manager experience in a franchised dealership -- luxury or import brand experience strongly preferred
• Proven performance in PVR, VSC penetration, GAP penetration, and lender diversification
• Deep knowledge of menu selling, deal structure, and compliance standards (Reg Z, TILA, FCRA)
• Volvo or European brand experience a strong plus
• Reynolds & Reynolds or CDK experience preferred
• Active state F-&I license, or the ability to obtain one prior to start
• A communicator who builds trust quickly -- Volvo guests respond to advisors who lead with honesty, not pressure
• A hospitality mindset -- you protect the guest's interests and the dealership's integrity in equal measure

What We Offer

• Income potential of $75,000 - $180,000+ annually
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid Volvo and F-&I product training
• Career growth -- strong Finance Managers at Swickard grow into F-&I director and multi-store leadership roles
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
• A team culture built on standards, accountability, and genuine care for every guest

WHY VOLVO CARS SEATTLE

• Volvo is a brand built on safety, sustainability, and integrity -- values that resonate deeply with the Seattle market and make for a guest base that appreciates an honest finance experience
• Seattle is one of the most educated and affluent markets in the Pacific Northwest -- guests here are informed, intentional, and loyal to people who earn their trust
• Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
• A store where the sales culture and the finance office are aligned -- no pressure tactics, no shortcuts, just a well-run process that serves the guest and the business
• Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- shape how we hire, how we lead, and how we serve every guest
• Leadership that respects your expertise, supports your performance, and invests in your long-term growth

Volvo Cars Seattle is a store where doing the job right and doing the job well are the same thing. The finance manager who thrives here is one who leads with integrity, runs a clean process, and builds the kind of guest relationships that generate referrals and repeat business. If you're a skilled Finance Manager who sells with honesty and performs with discipline -- we'd like to meet you. #T5