Funding Coordinator (CA)

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kawasaki Motors Retail Finance (KMRF) is seeking a Funding Coordinator for an entry-level role to support the contract funding process. This role reviews electronically submitted contract packages, monitors queues, and prepares final packages for funding in accordance with company procedures.

Based on site in California, this role offers hands-on exposure to the end-to-end lifecycle of retail finance within a newly established captive finance operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior clerical, administrative, or office experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Ability to manage repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to work onsite.

Responsibilities

• Identify missing or incomplete documentation and escalate items requiring additional review.
• Monitor the Documents Received Queue and Incomplete Documents Queue within the loan origination system to ensure documents are reviewed and processed promptly.
• Review required stipulations and supporting documentation prior to funding.
• Assist with preparing and organizing final contract packages within the loan origination system.
• File lien documentation with the appropriate state agencies to support timely lien perfection.
• Monitor designated communication channels and respond to support requests from Funding and other departments.
• Maintain accurate records to support internal audits, compliance reviews, and document retention requirements.
• Assist with the eVault process for electronically uploaded contract packages.
• Provide administrative and operational support to Funding leadership and senior funding team members.
• Perform other administrative and junior-level funding duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Office software

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Loan origination system

Document management

Job description

Kawasaki Motors Retail Finance (KMRF) is seeking a Funding Coordinator for an entry-level role supporting the contract funding process. This position assists with reviewing electronically submitted contract packages and stipulations, monitoring application queues, preparing final contract packages, supporting eVault processing, and filing lien documentation. The role requires strong attention to detail, accurate system updates, and timely communication to ensure applications are properly documented and prepared for funding in accordance with company procedures.

This role offers hands‑on exposure to the end‑to‑end lifecycle of retail finance within a newly established captive finance operation. The individual in this position will gain foundational insight into dealership documentation, contract execution, and funding operations, making it a strong entry point into the powersports finance industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify missing or incomplete documentation and **escalate items requiring additional review.**
• Monitor the Documents Received Queue and Incomplete Documents Queue within the loan origination system to ensure documents are reviewed and processed promptly.
• Review required stipulations and supporting documentation prior to funding.
• Assist with preparing and organizing final contract packages within the loan origination system.
• File lien documentation with the appropriate state agencies to support timely lien perfection.
• Monitor designated communication channels and respond to support requests from Funding and other departments.
• Maintain accurate records to support internal audits, compliance reviews, and document retention requirements.
• Assist with the eVault process for electronically uploaded contract packages.
• Provide administrative and operational support to Funding leadership and senior funding team members.
• Perform other administrative and junior-level funding duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior clerical, administrative, or office experience
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Ability to manage repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy
• Ability to work onsite

Schedule Requirements:

• Ability to work every other Saturday as part of the regular Funding department rotating schedule.

Profile Differentiators:

• Experience working with electronic documents, records management, or document-management systems
• Exposure to financial services, contracts, or dealership operations (preferred but not required)
• Salary range: $20.00-$24.00 hour

To support your health and wellness goals, Kawasaki provides a comprehensive benefits program dedicated to the well‑being of our employees and their families.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet insurance
• 401(k) match
• Life and Disability benefits
• Generous PTO policy
• Up to 12 paid company holidays
• Employee discounts on Kawasaki products
• Onsite fitness center

Equal Opportunity:

KMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with KMRF is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.