Automotive Finance Manager - Experienced
Job Description
Diamond Valley Honda in Hemet, CA is hiring an experienced Automotive Finance Manager (F&I) to produce finance and insurance deals, keep documentation compliant, and manage funding from approval through contract completion.
- Present finance and optional protection products using a professional, transparent, and compliant menu process
- Explain pricing and coverage clearly, including limitations and applicable cancellation terms
- Obtain and document informed customer consent for all applicable products
- Respect customer choices and ensure optional products are accurately separated from financing requirements
- Secure lender approvals and structure deals aligned with customer needs, lender requirements, and dealership policies
- Complete accurate contracts and maintain organized, fundable deal jackets
- Manage deal conditions by resolving stipulations promptly
- Control the full funding lifecycle, including contracts in transit, cancellations, and chargebacks
- Follow dealership procedures for incentive verification, required disclosures, and customer information security
- Coordinate with sales for an efficient handoff and a professional customer experience
Requirements
- Previous automotive Finance Manager or F&I Manager experience required
- Proven success in finance production, product penetration, and timely funding
- Strong knowledge of automotive contracts, lender requirements, and compliance
- Experience using dealership management systems, electronic contracting, lender portals, and credit applications
- Strong skills in presentation, closing, communication, and problem-solving
- High organizational standards and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple transactions
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Availability for assigned dealership hours, including evenings and scheduled weekends
Benefits
- Salary, commissions, and performance bonuses
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Employee vehicle purchase opportunities
- Ongoing training, professional development, and advancement opportunities
- Employee discount
How Success Is Measured
- Finance gross and PVR
- Product penetration
- Contract accuracy
- Funding speed
- Contracts-in-transit control
- Compliance
- Customer satisfaction
- Teamwork
Compensation and Schedule
- Location: In person at Diamond Valley Honda, Hemet, California
- Job type: Full-time
- Salary: USD 108,000–200,000 per year
- Expected annual earnings: $108,000–$200,000
- Opportunity: Exceed $200,000 based on production and performance
- Typical volume goal: Average 50-plus transactions per Finance Manager monthly
- Time off: Nine to ten scheduled days off monthly, including one full Saturday–Sunday weekend
- Note: Actual transaction volume varies with dealership sales and staffing
Apply
- Submit your résumé highlighting your automotive F&I experience and accomplishments
- Initial application includes two brief questions:
- How many years of automotive F&I experience do you have?
- What is your typical monthly transaction volume?