Yukon Nissan is currently seeking an enthusiastic individual to fill the role of Finance Manager. We are looking for a positive and self-motivated person who enjoys dealing with a wide variety of people every day.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY Reporting to the Dealer Principle, The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all F&I department operations to ensure both customer safety and satisfaction, as well as overall departmental success. A key priority for a Finance Manager is to instill brand/dealership loyalty and ensure a positive customer experience. The Finance Manager has excellent communication skills and is able to listen and discern as well as manage the entire F&I department process. The Finance Manager focuses on the big-picture without missing any of the details and delivers consistent positive results. The Finance Manager sets an example as an expert in their field setting a high standard of service for all aspects of the customer experience. A Finance Manager upholds the dealerships’ standards and values so that the customer is fully satisfied through every interaction with the F&I Department. As a team player, the Finance Manager fosters positive relationships with team members in all areas of the dealership. NATURE AND SCOPE Be effective in project management in the F&I and Sales department:
Oversees all aspects of the F&I Department; vehicle financing and insurance to customers and providing them with a thorough explanation of aftermarket products and extended warranties and a complete explanation of manufacturer and dealership service procedures and policies.
Ensures good working relationships with new lending institutions and maintaining good working relationships to secure competitive interest rates and financing programs.
Assist and ensures that process is followed ensuring all financing and leasing deals are accurate and secure through financial sources and through the proper federal, state and corporate channels.
Understanding and complying with federal, territorial and local regulations that affect the new and used-vehicle and finance departments.
Overseas the creating and maintaining of program for the F&I department and the sales department that will ensure all new sales are referred to the F&I department.
Overseas the training and ensures that the F&I department and sales team have information on finance and lease programs and the benefits of the dealership’s financing and extended service programs.
Working directly with the Dealer Principle and Sales Manager (s) to ensure seamless service and a positive customer experience.
· Be an excellent collaborator· Maintain good working relationship with lending institutions.
Maintain effective employee relations.
Attend manager meetings as required.
Commit to the Dealership Brand
Complete the required training offered by the dealership.
Stay up-to-date on all training programs.
Possess a strong product knowledge.
Possess a strong aptitude of new features, specials and updates.
Be a champion for delivering excellent service at all times.
Actively maintain the cleanliness of personal and team workspaces.
Maintain a professional appearance
Develop and maintain full knowledge about the Industry
Keep up to date with products, accessories, prices, and key features of major competitors.
SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES
Strong aptitude for F&I and Sales.
Strong product knowledge
Excellent team management skills
Excellent customer service skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with an engaging and upbeat attitude.
Organized and an attention to detail with the ability to document customers’ needs.
Ability to work in a team environment to achieve common goals.
Flexible and open to change; initiative to take on special tasks as needed.
Ability to manage customer complaints and to solve difficult or complex problems.
Results-oriented and accountable for all aspects of the department.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office