Akeem Bedward
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Results-oriented Finance Manager with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and experience in sales and finance management. Specializes in building client relationships, assessing needs, presenting financing solutions, and ensuring compliance. Expertise in lending, deal structuring, negotiation, and consultative client service enhances contributions to banking and financial services.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Empire Automotive Group
Brooklyn, New York
12.2025 - Current
- Promoted from Sales Associate to Finance Manager due to strong sales performance, product knowledge, and customer relationship skills, contributing to increased dealership profitability.
- Managed finance process from deal structuring through funding, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with lender and dealership requirements to facilitate timely transactions.
- Worked directly with multiple lenders to structure deals, secure competitive financing terms, and maximize dealership profitability.
- Presented and explained financing options, protection products, warranties, GAP, and other F&I products to customers based on their individual needs.
Sales Associate
Empire Nissan of Bayridge
Brooklyn, USA
08.2019 - 12.2025
- Proven track record winning awards in years 2023, and 2024 from the Empire Automotive Group for top gross.
- Communicated effectively and built rapport with customers, enhancing their buying experience.
- Maintained deep knowledge of Nissan's product line, financing options, and competitive offerings to provide clear and, trustworthy guidance.
- Conducted thorough needs assessments and engaged in value-driven communication to deliver tailored solutions aligned with client goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
City University of New York, York College
Skills
- Credit structuring
- Compliance management
- Financial services
- Deal structuring
- Revenue Generation
- Consultative selling
- Needs assessment
- Negotiation skills
- Team leadership
- Client management
- Presentation skills
Timeline
Finance Manager
Empire Automotive Group
12.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Empire Nissan of Bayridge
08.2019 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Finance
City University of New York, York College