Finance Director - Audi of West Houston

Finance Director – Audi of West Houston

Location: 15865 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77094

Job Type: Sales

Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level

Job Summary

Produces additional revenue for the dealership by selling finance and insurance programs and other appropriate after‑sale items to new and used vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Protect the legal and financial welfare of the dealership.
• Support the efforts of other associates to be successful (be a teacher).
• Seek ways to exceed the expectations of associates and guests.
• Develop ways to exceed CSI requirements for both Honda and Sonic Automotive.
• Ensure the best relationship possible between the dealership and the guest.
• Ensure the best relationship possible between the dealership and Honda.
• Always take the high road.
• Ensure guests are attended to in a timely manner (15‑Minute rule).
• Ensure all paperwork is complete and compliant with federal and state laws and Sonic Automotive policies.
• Ensure presentation of the menu on available products is performed (train staff as needed).
• Ensure the correct vehicle is contracted and the price is verified with the guest.
• Call for current payoff on trades.
• Collect all stipulations and other pertinent information to ensure immediate funding.
• Package all deals for submission and fax required documents to appropriate banks.
• Meet F&I sales gross and product objective requirements as set by the dealership.
• Ensure that finance managers are booking and logging all deals as they are completed.
• Track deals as soon as possible upon completion.
• Ensure all pre‑loaded alarms are removed if not purchased.
• Complete and submit DIT sheets.
• Maintain a CSI score of National or above.
• Work with all sales teams on available products and lead‑ins for maximum F&I penetration.
• Report to the controller and/or general manager any non‑compliance with company policy.
• Attend sales meetings.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Realize that the company’s business is built on guest satisfaction and devote yourself to guaranteeing satisfaction.
• Determine management, production, and quality requirements by asking questions and listening.
• Attend Sonic meetings as requested.
• Maintain a follow‑up system that encourages completion of assigned projects.
• Report to the sales manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews, and analyses.
• Review and analyze actions at the end of each day, week, month, and year to improve time and planning effectiveness.
• Understand the terminology of the business and keep abreast of technology changes in the product.
• Follow directions from a supervisor.
• Understand and follow work rules and procedures.
• Accept constructive criticism.
• Interact well with others and be a positive influence on associate morale.
• Sign voluntarily the company’s non‑disclosure and confidentiality agreement and remain faithful to its provisions.
• Willingly assign or offer to assign to the company any invention you develop.

Qualifications

• High school or college diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Professional personal appearance.
• Ability to meet the company’s production and quality standards.
• Degree or commensurate experience in finance.
• Knowledge of dealership finance and insurance procedures.
• Computer knowledge preferred.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• All applicants must perform duties and responsibilities in a safe manner.
• All applicants must demonstrate ability to pass pre‑employment testing (background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, valid driver license).

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, HSA, 401(k) and PTO benefits.
• Special benefits for purchasing and leasing a car.
• Personal automotive concierge service.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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