Darek Burrage
Oklahoma City
Summary
Dynamic Finance Director with a proven track record at Automax, excelling in financial reporting and analysis. Spearheaded process improvements that enhanced efficiency and compliance, while mentoring team members to foster professional growth. Adept at cash flow management and cultivating strong relationships, driving profitability and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
Automax
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
- Facilitated process improvements by automating manual tasks, increasing efficiency within the finance function.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient budgeting and forecasting systems.
- Mentored junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the department.
Finance Manager
Bob Howard Nissan
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
Car Salesperson
Smicklas Chevrolet
07.2019 - 10.2022
- Greeted customers on lot and in showroom to answer questions about brand and available inventory.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing comprehensive information on vehicle features and options.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets through consistent follow-up and excellent negotiation skills.
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
- Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, resulting in numerous referrals and repeat customers.
Car Salesperson
Bob Howard Chevrolet
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, resulting in numerous referrals and repeat customers.
- Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.
- Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.
- Demonstrated exceptional product knowledge, allowing for personalized recommendations based on customer preferences and requirements.
- Greeted customers on lot and in showroom to answer questions about brand and available inventory.
- Collaborated with finance team to secure optimal financing options for customers, ensuring a seamless purchasing process.
Car Salesperson
Mainer Ford
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, resulting in numerous referrals and repeat customers.
- Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.
- Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.
- Demonstrated exceptional product knowledge, allowing for personalized recommendations based on customer preferences and requirements.
- Greeted customers on lot and in showroom to answer questions about brand and available inventory.
Car Salesperson
Fenton Nissan West
08.2014 - 10.2018
- Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, resulting in numerous referrals and repeat customers.
- Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.
- Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.
Education
High School Diploma -
Putnam City North High School
Oklahoma City, OK05.2014
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- KPI tracking
- Audit coordination
- Account analysis
- Business process improvement
- Cash flow management
- Compliance monitoring
- Risk management
- Profitability analysis
Timeline
Finance Director
Automax
06.2024 - Current
Finance Manager
Bob Howard Nissan
09.2022 - 05.2024
Car Salesperson
Bob Howard Chevrolet
07.2020 - 08.2022
Car Salesperson
Smicklas Chevrolet
07.2019 - 10.2022
Car Salesperson
Mainer Ford
10.2018 - 10.2019
Car Salesperson
Fenton Nissan West
08.2014 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Putnam City North High School
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