Head of Finance (Full-Time)

Jaguar Land Rover Clear Lake is looking for a top performing F&I manager to accurately complete new and used vehicle paperwork, menu sell our products, ensure quick funding, and deliver top level CSI. Applicants must have at least 3 years of prior automotive finance experience, preferably at a high line dealership. This position interacts daily with Customers, Sales Associates, other Managers. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance & Insurance (F&I) Manager to join our team. The F&I Manager plays a crucial role in the dealership's finance department, assisting customers with financing options and providing insurance products to protect their vehicle investment. Applicants must have at least 3 years of prior automotive finance experience, preferably at a high line dealership. This position interacts daily with Customers, Sales Associates, other Managers.
Guide customers through the financing process, explaining available financing options, lease options, terms, and conditions.
Work with multiple lenders to secure financing approvals and negotiate terms on behalf of customers.
Present and sell insurance products, such as extended warranties, gap insurance, and vehicle service contracts, to customers to protect their investment.
Review and verify customer credit applications, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
Calculate and disclose finance terms, payments, and fees accurately and transparently to customers.
Coordinate with sales and administrative staff to ensure seamless completion of financing and insurance paperwork.
Stay informed about industry trends, products, and regulations related to automotive financing and insurance.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and dealership policies related to financing and insurance transactions.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, ora related field preferred.
Previous experience in automotive finance and insurance, with a minimum of 1 year a similar role.
Strong understanding of automotive financing processes, lending practices, and insurance products.
Proficiency in using finance and insurance software systems.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with customers.
Experience and desire to work with technology such as CRM and other dealership tools.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to automotive financing and insurance.
Employer-paid life insurance up to $25,000, with additional coverage availableAnnual employer-paid flu vaccinationEmployer matching 401k contributions up to 3%Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insuranceReimbursement for jury duty pay difference for full-time employees (up to two weeks per year)Paid vacation time: 1 week/year after one year of employment, 2 weeks/year after two years, and 3 weeks/year after five yearsPaid sick leave: 3 days/year for immediate family membersOnline access (PC and Apps) to Payroll (Clocking in & out) & Benefits DataToll Free Payroll & Benefits number to call for help M-F 7 AM to 10:30 PM (CST) Access to LifeCare (24 hours a day), a Work-Life Employee Assistance Program. LifeCare saves time and money with quality matches to resources for parenting, senior care, legal and financial services, home services, wellness, and EAP sessions. LifeCare also operates LifeMart, one of the largest members-only online discounts shopping websites, with discounts on thousands of products and services.Access to Health Advocate to give you trained professionals to help take care of Health Care & Benefits IssuesVoluntary benefits including: Dental insurance with employer contributionMedical insurance with employer contributionHealth savings account contribution optionVision planLegal shield coverageChristmas fund with company match If you are a motivated and customer-focused professional with a proven track record in automotive finance and insurance, we invite you to apply for the Finance & Insurance (F&I) Manager position at our dealership. Join us in providing exceptional service and peace of mind to our customers through comprehensive financing and insurance solutions. Our dealership has been and remains committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or preference, marital status, citizenship status, military status, age, national origin, nationality, handicap or disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law or regulation. In keeping with this policy, we seek to recruit, hire, train, and promote into available jobs the most qualified persons and to administer personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, layoffs, and terminations in accordance with this policy. All employees are expected to conduct themselves in the workplace in a manner that is consistent with this policy.