What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Development Manager - Morrie's Auto Group position at Morrie's Auto Group?
About Us:
Morrie's Auto Group is one of the fastest growing privately-owned dealership groups in the Midwest with 30 stores across Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Illinois. We represent comprehensive portfolio of top OEM brands, and we’re driven to be the most trusted choice for both our team members and customers.
We invest heavily in developing our people; because when our team grows, our company thrives. That’s why we are committed to developing interested employees into management roles, offering industry-leading benefit plan options, and fostering a positive and inclusive culture.
Roles & Responsibilities:
• Driving profitability of the Finance department through the development and execution of enterprise wide, as well as in-store training programs
• Engage in the Individual Development Plans of employees who have been identified as high-potential, ensuring a bench of talent is available for promotion.
• Work hand-in-hand with the Group Finance Director to ensure consistent goals are set across the organization and minimum standards by store are being met.
• Provide consultative support to our General Manager regarding the performance of their F&I Departments, as well partnering with the executive team ensure strategies meet the long-term goals of the organization.
• Work with Finance Department staff to develop a strong understanding of lender programs, differences in lender buying requirements, and how to maximize profitability.
• Play an active role in the ongoing recruitment and development of the bench talent to support the Finance operations.
• Provide daily reports of store visits, including areas of opportunity within the store, training plans individuals moving forward, and strategy for improvement.
• Ensure the Finance staff is maintaining compliance standards as it relates to privacy and disclosures, while staying abreast of any new legal issues affecting the role of Finance.
• Complete and analyze reporting in order to identify areas of opportunity, acknowledge successes, and establish priorities.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the company’s expectations of our executives as it pertains to interactions with customers, co-workers, subordinates, and vendors.
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality when dealing with company financials and employee issues.
What Morrie's Offers:
• Industry-leading 401(k) and Roth IRA programs with a 4% company match
• Full medical coverage through BCBS with their biggest network
• HSA and Copay plan options, whichever fits your needs
• Comprehensive dental and vision coverage
• PTO accrual starting at 2 weeks
• Free life insurance for all employees
• AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage, and voluntary life insurance
• Flexible spending plans
*Some benefits are offered to full-time employees only
What You Offer:
• High-level understanding of dealership operations – including 10 years of automotive management, F&I leadership, and/or consulting experience.
• Proven track record of success in an Automotive Finance Department, employee development, and legal compliance.
• Proficient in Dealer management systems – including CDK, Darwin, and RouteOne.
• Proficient in operating a personal computer including Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, and Word.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Morrie's Auto Group is one of the fastest growing privately-owned dealership groups in the Midwest with 30 stores across Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Illinois. We represent comprehensive portfolio of top OEM brands, and we’re driven to be the most trusted choice for both our team members and customers.
We invest heavily in developing our people; because when our team grows, our company thrives. That’s why we are committed to developing interested employees into management roles, offering industry-leading benefit plan options, and fostering a positive and inclusive culture.
Roles & Responsibilities:
• Driving profitability of the Finance department through the development and execution of enterprise wide, as well as in-store training programs
• Engage in the Individual Development Plans of employees who have been identified as high-potential, ensuring a bench of talent is available for promotion.
• Work hand-in-hand with the Group Finance Director to ensure consistent goals are set across the organization and minimum standards by store are being met.
• Provide consultative support to our General Manager regarding the performance of their F&I Departments, as well partnering with the executive team ensure strategies meet the long-term goals of the organization.
• Work with Finance Department staff to develop a strong understanding of lender programs, differences in lender buying requirements, and how to maximize profitability.
• Play an active role in the ongoing recruitment and development of the bench talent to support the Finance operations.
• Provide daily reports of store visits, including areas of opportunity within the store, training plans individuals moving forward, and strategy for improvement.
• Ensure the Finance staff is maintaining compliance standards as it relates to privacy and disclosures, while staying abreast of any new legal issues affecting the role of Finance.
• Complete and analyze reporting in order to identify areas of opportunity, acknowledge successes, and establish priorities.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the company’s expectations of our executives as it pertains to interactions with customers, co-workers, subordinates, and vendors.
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality when dealing with company financials and employee issues.
What Morrie's Offers:
• Industry-leading 401(k) and Roth IRA programs with a 4% company match
• Full medical coverage through BCBS with their biggest network
• HSA and Copay plan options, whichever fits your needs
• Comprehensive dental and vision coverage
• PTO accrual starting at 2 weeks
• Free life insurance for all employees
• AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage, and voluntary life insurance
• Flexible spending plans
*Some benefits are offered to full-time employees only
What You Offer:
• High-level understanding of dealership operations – including 10 years of automotive management, F&I leadership, and/or consulting experience.
• Proven track record of success in an Automotive Finance Department, employee development, and legal compliance.
• Proficient in Dealer management systems – including CDK, Darwin, and RouteOne.
• Proficient in operating a personal computer including Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, and Word.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $150,000 - $190,000