ARCHIE MEAD
Swanton
Summary
Adept at financial reporting and fostering strong relationships, I significantly enhanced profitability and compliance at Charlie's Dodge. Leveraging skills in debt management and customer service, I secured optimal financing options, achieving notable audit successes. My proactive approach and focus on investment management have consistently driven organizational growth and customer satisfaction.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Director
Charlie's Dodge
06.2018 - Current
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
- Successfully managed multiple audits, ensuring accurate financial information was presented to external parties without discrepancies or delays.
- Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
- Work with financial institutions to obtain the best financing available for every customers need.
- I have built several relationships with our 30 plus finance institutions to help with assuring the best rates and terms for customers.
- Making sure all paperwork is properly filled out and sent to the banks for fast funding.
- Addressing all customers wants and needs before, during and after each sale.
Finance Manager
CR of Adrian
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Developed strong relationships with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions to secure the best financing options for customers.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations and company policies regarding automotive financing transactions.
- Collaborated with sales managers to develop effective strategies for overcoming financial obstacles during vehicle negotiations.
- Assisted customers with challenging credit histories in securing suitable loan options to facilitate vehicle purchases.
- Maximized profitability by negotiating and structuring optimal automotive financing deals.
- Optimized dealership revenue by identifying opportunities for additional product offerings such as extended warranties and insurance packages.
- Demonstrated expertise in various financial products, creating tailored presentations for customers, showcasing the benefits of specific financing plans based on their unique needs.
- Streamlined loan approval processes for enhanced customer experience and faster turnaround times.
Owner/Operator
Pit Stop Bar And Grill
01.1994 - 07.2010
- Trained staff in customer interaction best practices to improve service delivery.
- Led strategic planning meetings to align team objectives with organizational goals.
- Implemented cost-control measures for increased profitability.
- Identified market trends by conducting regular competitor analysis.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Automotive Service Manager
Brown Automotive
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Consistently met or exceeded monthly performance targets set by upper management in terms of revenue generation, customer satisfaction ratings, and operational efficiency metrics.
- Reduced wait times for customers by optimizing scheduling and resource allocation within the service department.
- Managed a team of automotive technicians, ensuring timely completion of repairs and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, securing competitive pricing on parts and supplies for the repair facility.
Automotive Sales Consultant
Ed Schmidt Gmc Volvo Volkswagen
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory, features, and specifications to better serve customers.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with customers for repeat business and referrals.
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
Automotive Sales Consultant
Genoa Ford
07.2005 - 01.2008
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory, features, and specifications to better serve customers.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with customers for repeat business and referrals.
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
- Built rapport with potential buyers through active listening skills, resulting in increased trust and successful sales closures.
Education
High School Diploma -
PDY
Delta, OH05-1993
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Debt management
- General ledger accounting
- Investment management
- Investor relations
- Cash handling expertise
- Willing to learn
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Proactive and focused
Certification
AFIP Certified with all standards and practices of automotive state and federal rules and regulations.
Timeline
Finance Director
Charlie's Dodge
06.2018 - Current
Finance Manager
CR of Adrian
01.2010 - 01.2018
Automotive Service Manager
Brown Automotive
01.2008 - 01.2010
Automotive Sales Consultant
Ed Schmidt Gmc Volvo Volkswagen
01.2008 - 01.2009
Automotive Sales Consultant
Genoa Ford
07.2005 - 01.2008
Owner/Operator
Pit Stop Bar And Grill
01.1994 - 07.2010
High School Diploma -
PDY