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Christian Howk

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Successful Finance Manager with 20 years of experience in Auto industry. Motivated to provide services and products according to customers' financial requirements while driving revenue. Expert at increasing profits by applying knowledge of banking and financial programs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Manager

Sands Kia
12.2022 - 12.2024
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
  • Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
  • Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
  • Negotiated loan terms and conditions with customers to secure best deal.
  • Compiled closing packages for drafting and presentation accuracy.

Finance Manager

Arrowhead BMW
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Evaluated loan requests and documents to verify accuracy and completeness.
  • Assessed loan portfolios for compliance with underwriting policies.
  • Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
  • Identified opportunities to cross-sell and upsell loan products to customers.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.

Finance Director

Ron Tonkin Honda
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Analyzed potential risks and evaluated loan products to identify suitable options for customers.
  • Assisted customers with completing loan applications and other paperwork.
  • Researched and updated industry knowledge on changing legislation and regulations.
  • Assessed loan portfolios for compliance with underwriting policies.
  • Identified opportunities to cross-sell and upsell loan products to customers.
  • Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.

Finance Manager

Kuni Bmw
03.2019 - 03.2021

Offering vehicle financing and insurance to customers and providing them with a thorough explanation of aftermarket products and extended warranties and a complete explanation of manufacturer and dealership service procedures and policies. Maximize profits while securing deals for funding.

Finance Manager

Alan Webb Nissan
04.2017 - 02.2019
  • Increased profitability by negotiating contract terms and rates with customers and banking institutions.

Sales Professional

Certified Benz And Beemer
02.2016 - 01.2017

Sales of Pre Owned Hi Line vehicles for customers across the United States and in Canada

Assistant Sales Manager

Camelback Ford
06.2014 - 02.2016
  • Met with entire team on weekly basis to identify sales opportunities, discuss strategies and execute new promotions.
  • Established action plans for team members and helped each person attain objectives.

Education

Graduate - Finance And Insurance Products And Sales

Ethos Finance School

Skills

  • Deal structuring
  • F&I product sales
  • Electronic contracting
  • Financial institution programs
  • Financing expertise
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Customer financing
  • Insurance products
  • Mentoring and training
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Proficient in CDK and Dealertrack
  • Lender relationships
  • Regulatory compliance

Accomplishments

Top Producer for 19 straight months in Auto Group with an average PVR of $3400

Timeline

Finance Manager

Sands Kia
12.2022 - 12.2024

Finance Manager

Arrowhead BMW
12.2021 - 12.2022

Finance Director

Ron Tonkin Honda
03.2021 - 12.2021

Finance Manager

Kuni Bmw
03.2019 - 03.2021

Finance Manager

Alan Webb Nissan
04.2017 - 02.2019

Sales Professional

Certified Benz And Beemer
02.2016 - 01.2017

Assistant Sales Manager

Camelback Ford
06.2014 - 02.2016

Graduate - Finance And Insurance Products And Sales

Ethos Finance School
Christian Howk