Finance Manager | Portland Area Regional Application

Swickard Auto Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Path

Training & Support

Growth Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Competitive Pay

Health Benefits

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Swickard Auto Group in the Portland area is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the F&I process across multiple dealerships. You will structure deals, present financing and protection products, and maximize profitability per transaction while ensuring a premium customer experience.

The role requires strong knowledge of automotive finance, compliance, and lender programs, with a track record of improving PVR and product penetration in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Automotive Finance Manager or high-performing F&I professional.
• Proven track record of strong PVR and product penetration performance.
• Strong knowledge of automotive finance, lending, and compliance regulations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deals and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with CRM and dealership management systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive F&I Performance: Structure deals, present financing and protection products, and maximize profitability per transaction while maintaining a strong customer experience.
• Ensure Compliance and Accuracy: Maintain 100% compliance with federal, state, and lender regulations. Ensure all deal documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready.
• Deliver a Premium Customer Experience: guide customers through financing options with clarity and professionalism. Build trust while delivering a smooth and transparent process.
• Manage Deal Flow and Funding: Coordinate with sales and lenders to ensure timely funding, clean paperwork, and efficient deal processing.
• Maximize Product Penetration: Present and sell F&I products effectively while maintaining integrity and customer satisfaction.
• Build and Maintain Lender Relationships: Work with a network of lenders to secure competitive financing options and maintain strong partnerships.
• Monitor Performance Metrics: Track key performance indicators including PVR, product penetration, and funding timelines. Adjust approach to improve results.
• Stay Current on Industry Standards: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations, lender programs, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Automotive Finance

PVR

CRM Experience

Customer Service

Negotiation

Communication

Compliance

Deal Flow

Tools

CRM Systems

DMS

Job description

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Finance Manager | Portland Area Regional Application
Portland Area, OR Sales Department

This is a regional posting supporting multiple dealerships across the Portland Area as hiring needs arise.

The Finance Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the Finance & Insurance process, ensuring deals are structured efficiently, compliantly, and profitably.

This role works closely with the sales team and customers to deliver a seamless experience while maximizing revenue and maintaining strict compliance standards. Top performers consistently drive strong PVR and product penetration in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive F&I Performance: Structure deals, present financing and protection products, and maximize profitability per transaction while maintaining a strong customer experience.
• Ensure Compliance and Accuracy: Maintain 100% compliance with federal, state, and lender regulations. Ensure all deal documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready.
• Deliver a Premium Customer Experience: customers through financing options with clarity and professionalism. Build trust while delivering a smooth and transparent process.
• Manage Deal Flow and Funding: Coordinate with sales and lenders to ensure timely funding, clean paperwork, and efficient deal processing.
• Maximize Product Penetration: Present and sell F&I products effectively while maintaining integrity and customer satisfaction.
• Build and Maintain Lender Relationships: Work with a network of lenders to secure competitive financing options and maintain strong partnerships.
• Monitor Performance Metrics: Track key performance indicators including PVR, product penetration, and funding timelines. Adjust approach to improve results.
• Stay Current on Industry Standards: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations, lender programs, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a high “HQ” (Hospitality Quotient): kindness, optimism, curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity
• 3+ years of experience as an Automotive Finance Manager or high-performing F&I professional
• Proven track record of strong PVR and product penetration performance
• Strong knowledge of automotive finance, lending, and compliance regulations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple deals and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with CRM and dealership management systems

Benefits of Working at Swickard

• Career Path: This is more than a job. You’ll have opportunities to grow into senior leadership roles across a multi-rooftop organization.
• Training and Support: Ongoing development to help you improve performance and advance your career.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to multiple dealerships and brands creates long-term advancement potential.
• Inclusive Culture: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion.
• Competitive pay plan
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Optional disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

About Us

• We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, Oregon.
• We’re a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and service.
• We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success.
• Our goal is simple: Be the customer’s favorite place to buy or service their vehicle—and the employee’s favorite place to work.
• Swickard represents highline brands including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Porsche, Lexus, Volvo, Land Rover, and more.
• We are consistently ranked among the fastest-growing dealership groups in the United States by Automotive News.

Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing a vehicle. It shouldn’t be that way. We’re looking for professionals who want to change that—through hospitality, integrity, and performance.