Finance Director

Application Deadline: 08/29/2026 Address: 501 E Kennedy Boulevard Job Family Group: Commercial Sales & Service This role will call on franchised auto dealers across the state of Florida. BMO Dealer Finance has a full range of products and services to provide for a dealership’s financial needs, including floorplan, mortgage, acquisition, lease/rental lines and equipment loans along with a full suite of cash management services. DIRECTOR, COMMERCIAL BANKING-DEALER FINANCE--FLORIDA Facilitates growth for the Bank through business development and management of key client auto dealership relationships. Maintains an outstanding and continuous record of significant revenue generation from sales and syndications. Acts as an escalation point for complex client issues, using strategic problem-solving to resolve conflicts and maintaining strong client relationships. Leads the structuring of high-value, complex deals, and credit approvals, ensuring alignment with client needs. Manages high-value client portfolios, driving cross‑selling, retention, and profitability. Drives efforts to identify new business opportunities, acquire clients, penetrate markets, and expand the client base by leveraging market insights, competitor analysis, and cross‑selling initiatives. Leads market coverage strategies to expand portfolios, identify opportunities, and align with business goals. Represents bank at industry forums and conferences, leveraging insights on trends, competition, and emerging products to drive strategic decision‑making. Advises in various committees and task forces, providing strategic insights and guidance to drive key initiatives. Streamlines operational processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices. Develops communication strategies to influence stakeholders and support organizational change. Structures deals, secures credit approvals, negotiates high‑value transactions, and identifies opportunities for cross‑selling. Partners effectively with Treasury Management Services, BMO Private Bank, Capital Markets, Merchant Services, and Card Services to grow share of wallet. Ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, internal controls, and compliance policies in all aspects of relationship management, mitigating risk and maintaining service standards. Operates at a group/enterprise‑wide level and serves as a senior specialist resource across BMO. Influences how teams/groups work together. Qualifications: 10+ years of relevant experience in Commercial Auto Dealer Relationship Management, Account Management or Portfolio Management in a corporate or similar segmented banking environment with sales metrics is preferred. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Possesses a strong auto dealer industry related referral network capable of driving near‑term new business opportunities. Deep commercial auto dealer finance industry experience. Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal. Problem solver with excellent critical thinking skills. Professional mindset exhibiting reliability, accountability and adaptability. Salary: $164,400.00 - $285,600.00 Pay Type: Salaried The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type. Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: Benefits and Perks: BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance‑based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. About Us At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world. As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in‑depth training and coaching, to manager support and network‑building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset. To find out more visit us at BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Who we are BMO is a leading bank driven by a single purpose: to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. Everywhere we do business, we’re focused on building, investing and transforming how we work to drive performance and continue growing the good. Who we are We’re proud to be fueling growth and expanding possibilities for individuals, families and businesses. More than 12 million customers count on us for personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services. As the 8th largest bank in North America by assets, we provide personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services to more than 12 million customers. In Canada, the United States and across the globe, we’ll continue to build, invest and transform to drive performance that serves the good that grows. #J-18808-Ljbffr