National Finance Manager

The impact you'll make:
The National Finance Manager leads, manages, and develops an assigned territory within the organization to achieve F&I operational success and financial profitability in our Car Sales locations. Develops and executes short-term strategies, solutions, and improvements; and is responsible for all F&I operational activities undertaken within the covered territory. Helps develop, train, and coach a team of F&I Managers to perform the duties of an F&I Mgr. in accordance to established operation procedures, processes, guidelines, and company policies.

What you'll do:
Develops, implements, and communicates F&I operating plans that maximize F&I performance within each store through company guidelines and processes.
Monitors performance against plan, store target, and establishes or revises plans, procedures, and standards, as appropriate, to help maximize F&I profit.
Works with the National F&I Director in setting performance goals for each location within the areas of responsibility.
Helps Identify areas of opportunity to help grow the F&I department and overall store profitability.
Works in partnership with each RSM when opening a new sales location to ensure the right infrastructure, staffing, hiring, etc.
Ensures compliance with the CRM penciling tool to help drive and improve F&I performance.
Works with WHQ Sales and Marketing team to help create, develop F&I specials.
Builds and maintains a professional relationship with each lending partner.
Ensures every store is operating in compliance with company policies and guidelines.
Responsible for the hiring, training, developing, motivating, and evaluating the performance of every F&I manager in the group.
In partnership with HR, executes policies around discipline, discharge, motivation, and performance in a consistent and fair manner, while referring to the appropriate HR manuals to ensure adherence.
Establishes, communicates, monitors and updates objectives for staff consistent with the Company goals and objectives.
Cultivates and maintains a strong relationship with all ACS lending partners.
Ensures every store is operating in compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations.
Ensures all deals are delivered using the JM&A “MENU” selling system and strategies.
Works with ACS compliance partner(s) to ensure all stores are operating within compliance – Company, state, and federal.

What we're looking for:

Education & Training
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or Business Management, and/or
Minimum 10 years’ experience in Automotive Retail as an F&I Manager, F&I Director, and Sales manager
Completion of JM&A or comparable F.I.L.E.S and F&I Skill training

Required Experience
Minimum 5 years as an Automotive F&I Mgr. at a retail franchise dealer/dealer group, and
Minimum 5 years as an Automotive F&I Director at a retail franchise dealer/dealer group, and
Minimum 5 years as an Automotive Retail General Sales Manager/General Manager at a franchise dealer/dealer group

Required Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities
Strong operational experience with exposure to a large team of F&I managers, multiple roof tops.
Working knowledge of the JM&A F&I process.
Strong knowledge in, but not limited to CDK, Darwin, RouteOne, DealerTrack, VinSolutions, V-auto.
Excellent leadership and management skills. Must be able to receive and provide directions and support to a large number of staff across multiple markets/locations.
Strong interpersonal and coaching skills. Ability to interact with both external and internal customers at all levels. Ability to manage and motivate staff in a team environment.
Detail oriented with strong aptitude for problem solving.
Strong decision-making and organizational skills
Strong analytical & computer skills
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Travel Requirements:

Heavy travel is required.

Perks you'll get:
Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Auto Insurance, Group Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and additional life insurance coverages
Contribute up to $270 as a tax-free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses
401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions
Full training to learn the business and enhance professional skills
Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more
Community involvement opportunities

Who are we?
Glad you asked! Avis Budget Group is a leading provider of mobility options, with brands including Avis, Budget & Budget Truck, and Zipcar. With more than 70 years of experience and 11,000 locations in 180 countries, we are shaping the future of our industry and want you to join us in our mission. Apply today to get connected to an exciting career, a supportive family of employees and a world of opportunities.

The fine print:
Avis Budget Group is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled.
This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.

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