Automotive Finance Manager - Experienced
Job Description
Shearer Automotive is hiring an Automotive Finance Manager for on-site work in South Burlington, VT, managing the financing and paperwork process from customer presentation through contract funding.
Responsibilities
- Walk customers through the financing and documentation steps for vehicle purchases or leases
- Explain financing and lease options, including vehicle protection products, service contracts, and other F&I offerings in a clear, professional manner
- Submit credit applications and partner with lenders to obtain competitive approvals
- Collaborate with Sales Management to structure deals
- Ensure contracts, disclosures, and all required documentation are completed accurately
- Maintain compliance with dealership policies and applicable lender, manufacturer, state, and federal requirements
- Use a consistent menu presentation process when reviewing finance and protection choices
- Monitor contracts in transit and support timely funding
- Follow up on stipulations, missing documentation, chargebacks, and other funding-related issues
- Maintain strong relationships with lenders and manufacturer finance partners
- Work with Sales Management and sales consultants to support a smooth transition from vehicle selection to delivery
- Maintain high customer satisfaction while meeting department performance goals
Requirements
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- Automotive dealership experience required
- Automotive F&I or Finance Manager experience strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of automotive lending, leasing, and F&I products
- Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Understanding of dealership compliance and documentation requirements
- Ability to manage multiple deals and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Comfort using dealership management systems, lender portals, and electronic contracting platforms
- Professional, customer-focused approach
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Technologies
- Dealership management systems
- Lender portals
- Electronic contracting platforms
Schedule
- Full-time
- In person
- Dealership management schedule
Compensation
- USD 95,000 per year
- Competitive, performance-based compensation
- Strong earning potential for an experienced Finance Manager
- Vehicle demo allowance
- Full pay plan details discussed during the interview process
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account options
- Company-paid life insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays
- 401(k) retirement savings program with company match
- Voluntary life, accident, and illness coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service
- Referral program
- Vehicle demo allowance
Why Join Shearer Automotive
- Established, family-owned Vermont automotive group
- Opportunity to work with well-established automotive brands
- Strong sales volume and an established customer base
- Supportive and experienced management team
- Professional, customer-focused work environment
- Opportunity for continued career growth within the organization
- Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service
How to Apply
- Apply through Indeed with your resume
- Qualified candidates will be contacted confidentially to discuss the opportunity further