Finance Manager

Suburban CDJR of Garden City; Garden City (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Suburban CDJR of Garden City is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to drive financing solutions and maximize profitability. You will present protection packages and secure favorable terms with lenders while submitting deals to banks.

The role requires 3 years of automotive finance experience, strong lender relationships, and CDK experience is a plus. Expect flexible hours including evenings/weekends with a six-figure earning potential through commission and bonuses.

Qualifications

• 3 years automotive dealership finance experience
• Prior automotive sales closer experience
• Strong relationships with lenders
• Excellent organizational skills and teamwork
• Familiarity with financing processes and lender requirements

Responsibilities

• Help customers choose protection packages and financing options
• Ensure financing by building lender relationships for best terms
• Submit deals to banks electronically using dealer systems
• Enter transactions into ADP and bank approval systems
• Track deal receivables and follow up on funding requirements
• Participate in store meetings and support peak periods
• Obtain all appropriate licensing within 90 days from hire

Skills

Automotive finance experience

Lender relationships

Customer service

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDK Experience

Job description

Dealership:L0416 Suburban CDJR of Garden CitySuburban CDJR of Garden CityUrgent Need: Experienced Finance ManagerPay: Performance-based commission plan w/ bonuses (6 figures)Schedule: We ask that you have open availability to support dealership operations and customer demand. You will be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as these are peak sales periods and key opportunities for maximizing earnings.Why Join Our Team?We don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities. Our culture is rooted in values like earning customers for life, improving constantly, and taking ownership of results. At Lithia & Driveway, you'll find:Real opportunities for advancement across a national networkLeadership development and training through our internal learning programsA culture that recognizes and rewards resultsWhat You'll DoHelp customers choose protection packages for their vehicle by presenting all products and their benefits.Ensure financing for customers; by building professional relationships with lenders and working with them to get the best financing available for our customers.Submit deals to bank electronically using appropriate dealer system.Enter transactions into ADP and bank approval systems.Process all transaction paperwork and ensure it is accurate and meets the needs of the Office, state specific DMV and lender requirements.Track deal receivables and follow-up on outstanding items to ensure collection of all money and bank stipulations for contract funding.Participate in store meetings including Sales Receivables, Save-a-Deal and Store Manager meetings.Work with sales team and sales managers to ensure transactions are completed and to the customer's satisfaction.Follow-up with customers as courtesy reminder for purchased products requiring customer action (ex. Protective coating applied)Assist Sales Team with customer engagement in the sales department during peak traffic times.Obtain all appropriate licensing within 90 days from date of hireWhat You'll BringWe require 3 years of automotive dealership finance experiencePrior automotive sales closer experienceStrong relationships with lendersA team player focused on providing exceptional customer serviceDriven with ability to set and achieve targeted goalsExcellent organizational skills, interpersonal communication with working knowledge of computersCDK Experience preferredAcceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence.Total RewardsActual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid Holidays & PTOShort and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.Finance, F & I, Finance Producer, Finance Director, Business Manager, CFS Manager, F&I, Dealership, automotiveWe offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid Holidays & PTOShort and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.comAbout UsAt Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.