Strategic Automotive Finance Director

Cardinale Automotive Group

Seaside (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision after 90‑d

401k provided by Empower

Ancillary insurance provided by Allsee

FSA offered

Life Insurance provided

Job summary

Cardinale Nissan is seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead automotive finance operations and deliver optimal profitability while ensuring compliance with all regulations. You will guide deals from desk to funding, audit post-sale activity, and advise customers on financing options.

Join a reputable dealer group and help shape financing strategy while maintaining high standards of professionalism and customer service.

Qualifications

2+ years automotive finance experience.
College degree preferred or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of dealership finance and insurance procedures.
Proficient at structuring deals for maximum profitability.
Well-versed in title laws and registration process.
Professional personal appearance and extraordinary verbal/written communication skills.
Expertise in negotiation and presentation skills.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Provide recommendations and assistance to customers in order to arrange the financing of their purchases.
Present customers with additional product offerings to enhance their vehicle and ownership experience.
Ensure sales are structured to produce the highest profitability.
Maintains proficiency and certifications as required for the position.
Accurately desks deals, submits deals to lenders for approval, makes credit decisions, and effectively closes deals.
Ensure every deal is fully aligned with local, state and federal guidelines.
Prepares paperwork, contracts and delivers deals.
Accurately audit team deals Post-Sale and deeply analyze for improvements.
Guarantee the expeditious funding of all contracts.