Ben Battaglia
Grand Haven,MI
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Finance Manager with extensive experience in variable management and a proven ability to deliver impactful solutions in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated success in driving performance improvements and swiftly resolving complex issues.
Proficient in multiple DMS software platforms. experience with several lending portals, Route 1, Dealertrack and Cuddle. A strong network of relationships among banks and credit unions throughout West Michigan, complemented by in-depth knowledge of their programs and requirements.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Baker Group
Coopersville, MI / Hudsonville, Mi
02.2025 - 01.2026
- High Performer : High performing numbers over the course of a year across multiple locations. past year ran 2030 PVR with averaging above 60% VSC Penetration
- Secured Financing : Facilitated customer financing and maximizing deal profits.
- Timely Deal Funding : Ensured prompt and efficient deal funding processes.
- Compliance Oversight : Reviewed processes to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
- Sales Team Support : Collaborated with sales staff for customer handovers and sales skill development.
- Floor Closer Closed tough customers when sales staff needed support.
- Desked Deals: Desked deals when needed, Including car appraisals, Numbers, and negotiating deals.
Finance Manager
Genesis of North Aurora
North Aurora, IL
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed finance department per gerald group standards. I ran a very clean department that met Gerald Auto group standards of compliance.
- High Performer Maintained 2 K a copy and 60% VSC penetration. 1.6 PPD Ran these numbers running 55 percent financed deals and 45 % cash.
- Monitored market Advertising: helped sales desk monitor used car pricing and verified that inventory was being upload to third party sites correctly. Corrected car that were not decoded properly, inventory and software syndication oversight.
- Provided sales staff training and support Help train and work with sales staff to ensure the most effect sales process was being implemented.
Skills
- Proven track recording of producing
- Experienced with multiple dealership software's
- Knowledgeable with software configuration requirements
- Extensive experience building and training sales staff
- Passion for being on the floor and closing deals down, Loves to get involved early
Timeline
Finance Manager
Baker Group
02.2025 - 01.2026
Finance Manager
Genesis of North Aurora
07.2024 - 11.2024