*.Objective
Finance/Account Manager position allowing for parlay of demonstrated ethics, computer, compliance, creativity, latitude, organization, interaction, multi-tasking, sales, customer service, communication, collections, billing and project management skills proven by more than 20 years of successful employment in the retail and commercial auto industry.
2.Profile
Self-motivated, very good at conflict resolution, personable business professional with talent for quickly mastering technology. Proficient, diplomatic and tactful with professionals and non-professionals at all levels. Accustomed to handling sensitive, confidential records and strong organizational and negotiation skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail. Excellent follow-through skills. Flexible and versatile – able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences. Excellent with vendor partnerships/relationships and proficient in collaborating effectively with others.
3.Skills Summary
Project Management
Report Preparation
Written Correspondence
Office Skills
Strong Auto Finance sales
Microsoft Office, Excel & Word
Customer Service
Cash Handling
Marketing & Sales
Sales closing abilities
Professional Presentations
Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions
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5.Professional Experience
Achieved proactive and timely communication to customers and team members on loan decisions and guidelines. Responded to requests and complaints, make sales, process sensitive documents and provide information as requested.
Organized and lead small-group sessions/training on requesting proper documentation from customers and sales paperwork completion using layman’s terms to facilitate understanding.
Improved business relationships and delivered high level sales presentations increasing monthly income and profit.
Developed and maintained business by identifying new opportunities and demonstrating value to customers, which requires a thorough knowledge of bank and competitor products.
Introduced vehicle financing and insurance to customers and cross sold products and providing them with a thorough explanation of said products and managed credit/debit cards, checks and cash as customers provided for down payments.
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