Automotive Finance Manager
Job Description
At Bryan Ford in Fort Wayne, IN, this Automotive Finance Manager role is focused on helping customers move from vehicle selection to finalized financing with confidence and accuracy. You coordinate closely with lenders and the sales team to keep each transaction clear, compliant, and well documented, while guiding customers through available financing and insurance options.
In this position, you structure suitable financing, complete the necessary documentation, and support a smooth purchase experience from start to finish.
Core Responsibilities
- Present automotive financing and insurance products, explain the options available, and support customer service throughout the purchase process.
- Review credit applications, conduct credit analysis, process loans, and structure transactions with lenders.
- Negotiate terms and support sales and upselling initiatives while building customer relationships through clear communication.
- Prepare and review contracts, coordinate title processing, and use CDK and other financial software to maintain accurate records.
- Ensure compliance with the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), loan regulations, financial regulatory compliance requirements, and applicable automotive sales industry regulations.
Qualifications
- Dealership experience in automobile sales, automotive financing and insurance, or financial services is preferred; loan officer experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of financial regulations, loan processing, contracts, and financial compliance.
- Strong negotiation skills, including sales negotiation, along with customer relationship management and customer service skills.
- Basic math abilities and accuracy with 10-key typing; confidence using financial software. CDK experience is preferred.
- Ability to communicate clearly and handle customer information and transactions responsibly.
Tools and Technologies
- CDK
- Other financial software
Compensation and Location
- Location: Fort Wayne, IN (onsite)
- Salary: USD 106,077 - 118,252 per year
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training