Finance & Insurance Manager

Bud Clary Auto Group; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision

401(k) retirement plans

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

A family-owned dealership network is seeking a Finance and Insurance Manager to create additional revenue by selling finance and insurance programs to vehicle customers. The role involves maintaining strong relationships with finance sources, complying with federal and state regulations, and managing organizational paperwork. The ideal candidate should have a current insurance license, excellent communication, and customer relationship skills. This role offers competitive pay ranging from $90,000 to $190,000 annually based on commission.

Qualifications

• Requires current state insurance license and compliance with continuing education.
• Experience in finance and insurance processing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sell finance and insurance programs to vehicle customers.
• Provide thorough explanations of aftermarket products and warranties.
• Maintain relationships with finance sources and process deals accurately.
• Ensure ethical and professional conduct in all transactions.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Ethical decision making

Financial product knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

At Bud Clary Auto Group, a family-owned dealership network in Washington State, our vibrant culture drives success. We maintain a high-performance workplace with exceptional customer service, fostering loyalty and growth since 1959.

SUMMARY

Produces additional revenue for the dealership by selling finance and insurance programs and other appropriate after-sale items to new- and used-vehicle customers.

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus an employee assistance program.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k).
• PTO & Paid Holidays - PTO accrual starting from day one of employment - 1 hour of PTO for every 40 hours worked for the first year, 1.63 hours of PTO for every 40 hours worked for years 2-9, and 2.39 hours of PTO for every 40 hours worked for 10 or more years of service.

PAY

• $90,000 - $190,000 per year based on commission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provides customers with thorough explanation of aftermarket products and extended warranties
• Converts cash deals to finance
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with several finance sources, including the manufacturer
• Processes finance and lease deals accurately and fairly through financial sources to secure approval
• Conducts business in an ethical and professional manner
• Processes all federal, state, and dealer paperwork related to vehicle transaction
• Understands and complies with federal, state, and local regulations that affect the new- and used-vehicle and finance departments
• Completes paperwork necessary for vehicle sales and leases in a timely and efficient manner
• Checks all paperwork for correct title, lien information, taxes, etc., before forwarding to accounting
• Acquires and maintains current state insurance license, completing continuing credit insurance education as needed
• Educate customers on manufacturer’s warranty coverage on new and used vehicles (when applicable)
• Properly disclose all documents associated with the vehicle purchase, including finance/lease interest rates and loan terms
• Manages the alternative finance source program to ensure that several sources are available
• Provides sales managers with current information about finance and lease programs continually
• Trains the sales staff regarding the benefits of financing, insurance and extended service programs
• Works with sales managers to secure a reasonable profit from every sale
• Ensures collection of all finance and insurance fees
• Takes all credit applications
• Works closely with sales managers to establish sales department goals and objectives and ensures that they are achieved
• Processes salespersons' "end of month" commission sheets for accounting office payroll
• Supervises and trains designated backup to ensure continued efficiency and profitability in the F&I manager's absence
• Maintains an adequate and current supply of all required contracts and paperwork needed for completion and finalization of car deals
• Maintains a professional appearance
• Maintains a clean and professional work environment

EEO & E-Verify

Bud Clary Auto Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a workplace free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability, or any other protected status. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, and more. We uphold a harassment-free environment for everyone, including vendors, contractors, and other non-employees.

Bud Clary Auto Group uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.