Finance Manager - Mazda

McDonald Automotive; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO accrual

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life & AD&D

Employee discount on parts/vehicles

Job summary

McDonald Mazda South is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to drive customer financing options and secure favorable lending terms. The role involves meeting clients, structuring deals, and coordinating with lenders to provide optimal terms while maximizing dealership profitability.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in automotive finance, strong product knowledge, and excellent attention to detail. Join a family-owned team committed to trust, growth, and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of finance experience in automotive lending or related role.
• Strong understanding of financing products and customer credit profiles.
• Familiarity with dealership management systems (DMS) and finance software.
• Identify opportunities for extended warranties, GAP coverage, and insurance.
• Attention to detail in reviewing financial documents and transactions.
• Persuasive skills to close deals while maintaining customer trust.

Responsibilities

• Meet with customers to discuss financing needs and present options.
• Develop relationships with lending institutions to secure competitive rates.
• Structure deals to maximize profitability and favorable terms for customers.
• Assist customers with credit applications and required documents.
• Ensure compliance with dealership policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with the sales team to ensure smooth vehicle sales and delivery.

Skills

Automotive finance

Lending processes

DMS experience

Cross-selling

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Tools

DMS software

Finance software

Job description

McDonald Mazda South

At McDonald Mazda South, we embody the spirit of “Zoom-Zoom” with a passion for performance and a heart for people. As proud members of Mazda’s President’s Club, our team delivers exceptional service while working in a close-knit, family-owned environment. Located near Broadway and Belleview, we’re driven by both connection and quality.

Check out our Instagram to see what we're all about!

Compensation Overview (*only required for commission jobs, pay range for hourly and salary positions will be set up in req creation)

This role is commission based. Average compensation for this position is $150,000 with top performers earning $300,000

Experience & Qualifications Needed

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Finance Manager or in an automotive finance-related role
• Strong understanding of automotive lending processes, financing products, and customer credit profiles
• Familiarity with dealership management systems (DMS) and finance software
• Ability to contribute to the overall sales goals of the dealership by identifying additional product opportunities, such as extended warranties, insurance, and GAP coverage
• Strong attention to detail in reviewing financial documents and ensuring accuracy in all transactions
• Strong persuasion skills to effectively close deals while maintaining customer

Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities

• Meet with customers to discuss their financing needs and present financing options.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with lending institutions to secure competitive rates for customers.
• Structure deals to maximize profitability for the dealership while ensuring the best financing terms for customers.
• Assist customers with completing credit applications and other required documents.
• Ensure all transactions comply with dealership policies and federal/state regulations.
• Work closely with the sales team to ensure smooth vehicle sales processes and delivery.

What We Offer

• Competitive 401k / 401k matching
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free, confidential counseling
• PTO Accrual
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Employee Discounted Pricing on Parts, Vehicles, and Service

What Makes Us Different?

As a family owned and operated company for over 65 years, McDonald Automotive is proud to serve Colorado with a legacy built on respect, integrity, growth, hard work, and trust. With three generations actively involved in the day-to-day operations, we prioritize relationships over transactions—with our customers, our community, and our employees.

Our motto, Doing Right Comes Naturally, reflects our commitment to doing business the right way. That commitment has earned us recognition as one of the top 20 dealerships in the U.S., not just by meeting manufacturer standards but by holding ourselves to even higher ones. We aim to deliver the best car buying, servicing, and ownership experience in the industry.

At McDonald, we believe that exceptional experiences start with exceptional people. Many of our team members have spent decades with us, growing their careers and eventually retiring as part of the McDonald legacy. We're proud to attract driven, motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building lasting relationships. It’s not just about the work we do—it’s about the family we build along the way.

Disclaimer

This position will remain open for at least three days and will close upon candidate selection.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your application for employment or the recruiting process, please contact us by sending an email to [e-mail] or call 303-795-1100.