Strategic Finance Manager: Budgeting, Governance & Growth

Rmb; Johannesburg; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development

Career growth

Prestigious environment

Résumé du poste

Rmb in South Africa seeks a Finance Manager to oversee the Finance & Insurance (F&I) operations across our dealership network in Gauteng. You will ensure profitability, compliance, and exceptional customer service while leading a high-performing team.

The role requires deep automotive financing and insurance product knowledge, strong leadership, data analytics, and the ability to partner with lenders. Sandton-based retail environment offers a competitive salary, health and retirement benefits,

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Automotive Finance & Insurance management.
• Proven track record of increasing F&I profitability and product penetration.
• Strong understanding of automotive financing, insurance products, and DMS.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and sales skills.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Relevant financial or sales certifications are advantageous.
• Willingness to work flexible hours in a demanding retail environment in Sandton.

Responsabilités

• Manage and lead the Finance & Insurance (F&I) department across multiple automotive dealerships.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to maximise F&I product penetration and profitability.
• Oversee the financing application process, building strong relationships with lending institutions.
• Offer and explain a range of insurance and extended warranty products to customers.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, dealership policies, and industry standards.
• Train, mentor, and motivate F&I staff to achieve individual and departmental sales targets.
• Analyse financial performance data, prepare reports, and present findings to senior management.
• Manage risk and ensure accurate documentation for all financial transactions.
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction throughout the F&I process.
• Stay updated on market trends, competitor offerings, and new financial products in the automotive sector.

Connaissances

Leadership

Negotiation

Sales

Analytical thinking

Outils

DMS

Description du poste

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Finance Manager. This critical role involves overseeing the entire finance and insurance (F&I) operations across the dealerships, ensuring profitability and compliance while providing exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of automotive financing, insurance products, and sales processes, coupled with strong leadership and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the Finance & Insurance (F&I) department across multiple automotive dealerships.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to maximise F&I product penetration and profitability.
• Oversee the financing application process, building strong relationships with lending institutions.
• Offer and explain a range of insurance and extended warranty products to customers.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, dealership policies, and industry standards.
• Train, mentor, and motivate F&I staff to achieve individual and departmental sales targets.
• Analyse financial performance data, prepare reports, and present findings to senior management.
• Manage risk and ensure accurate documentation for all financial transactions.
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction throughout the F&I process.
• Stay updated on market trends, competitor offerings, and new financial products in the automotive sector.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Automotive Finance & Insurance management.
• Proven track record of success in increasing F&I profitability and product penetration.
• Strong understanding of automotive financing, insurance products, and dealer management systems (DMS).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and sales skills.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Relevant financial or sales certifications are advantageous.
• Willingness to work flexible hours in a demanding retail environment in Sandton.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant performance‑based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead F&I operations for a leading automotive group in Gauteng.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Professional development and continuous training opportunities.
• Work in a dynamic and prestigious environment in Sandton.
• Potential for career growth and advancement within the organization.