Finance Manager

About Us

Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S., Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, including vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Group 1 is investing in the people, technology, and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief, that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees.

At Group 1, our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted, challenged, and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect, you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.

Overview

IRA ACURA OF WESTWOOD is part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive , a leader in automotive retail and we are looking to add qualified AUTOMOTIVE FINANCE MANAGER to our team. Group 1 is a Fortune 500 company that offers a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support for its associates. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism and teamwork- now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. Apply today or refer a qualified friend.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities
  
  

Responsibilities

• Oversee dealership customer loan origination and approval process.
• Establish and maintain strong relations with our lenders.
• Recruit, hire and develop associates for the Financial Services Department.
• Maintain accurate monthly, quarterly and year-end reports.
• Determine the customer’s need for financing and explore payment options.
• Establish a positive relationship with customers as they are presented products and services.
• Present warranties, credit insurance, GAP insurance and other beneficial products offered by the dealership.
• Secure and finalize transactions in a legal and ethical manner while maintain a high level of productivity.
• Meet monthly forecast for finance and insurance income, penetration levels and customer satisfaction.
• Accurately prepare all federal, state, and dealer paperwork related to the transaction and submits to the dealership’s Accounting Department in a timely manner.
• Enhance customer satisfaction during the entire purchase experience.
• Supervise the financial services associates to ensure individual and department goals are met.
  
  

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a dealership F&I Department, automotive sales, or in the selling of financial products required.
• Proficient at operating a personal computer including Microsoft Office: E-mail, Excel and Word.ADP Dealer Services Experience a plus.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Great attitude with high-energy personality.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Professional appearance and work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a process driven environment.
• Outstanding communication skills in both verbal and written.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College degree or experience preferred.
• Valid driver license in the state that you will work and a good driving record.
  
  

Compensation : $175,000.00 to $250,000.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and/or drug screening.