EUREKA SMITH
Willow Grove,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Controller
Mercedes Benz Of Fort Washington
Fort Washington, PA
02.2022 - Current
- Supervise Accounting Staff
- Post all EFT/ACH bank transactions (pull Dealertrack CIT fundings), pull contract funding for MBFS.
- Send out weekly schedules to Managers
- Clean all Inventory, we-owe, car deal schedules
- Monitor all bank accounts on-line daily & transfer any wires received.
- Monitor all schedules & balance sheet
- Prepare monthly floorplan & dealer finance reserve reconciliations, post all MBUSA incentives Twice monthly)
- Sales tax returns (PA & NJ)
- Prepare and post all month end entries, recurring standard entries.
- Post MB consolidated parts statement.
- Inventory Management- post all New car factory Invoices.
- Payoff/Floorplan cars via MB Advantage EFT & post.
- Post monthly MB Dealer Reserve/Performance Bonuses, statement (NetStar)and Post MSS statement (twice monthly)
- Maintain & clean Sales Tax, Fixed Asset and Hold back Schedules.
- Coordinate floorplan audits.
- Transfer CVP units in CDK and transfer floorplan.
- Transfer 90+ day we-owes (EOM)
- Review month end bonuses.
- Research, Dispute & post credit card chargebacks.
- Transfer service loaner inventory in accounting/CDK & process floorplan swap.
- Assist CFO with Financial Statement & CDK month end process.
Finance & Insurance Manager
Mercedes Benz Of West Chester
West Chester, Pa
01.2014 - 04.2018
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails per day from customers.
- Suggest financing and insurance coverage avenues for newly bought vehicles and arrange for them on specific request of customers
- Enhanced revenue growth with development of new financial products and services.
- Reduced risk exposure by conducting thorough credit assessments and monitoring portfolio performance.
- Strengthened client relationships through exceptional customer service, leading to increased retention rates.
- Processed loan applications and monitored progress from start to finish.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
- Assisted customers with completing loan applications and other paperwork.
- Negotiated loan terms and conditions with customers to secure best deal.
- Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
Bookkeeper
Mercedes Benz Of Fort Washington
Fort Washington, PA
08.2011 - 01.2014
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Post all Retail/Lease deals
- Process LBO or Lease Purchases thru MBFS
- Adjust F&I logs for any gross /F&I differences.
- Process all Lien payoffs and check request from Sales Dept.
- Prepare aftermarket transmittals & code.
- Clean Warranty schedule.
- Adjust deals for discrepancies.
- Floorplan cars via MB Advantage.
- Clean Schedules.
- Pull contract funding for MBFS and post.
Office Manager
Desimone BMW & Cadillac
Mount Laurel, NJ
03.2005 - 08.2011
- Coordinated and facilitated daily office activities to ensure smooth running of office.
- Monitored performance of staff and provided counseling where necessary
- Created accurate and timely payroll reports
- Performed general record-keeping tasks.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Assisted in recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote seamless integration into team dynamic.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Camden County Community College
Blackwood, NJSkills
- Accounting management
- Statement Reconciliation
- Cash Flow Management
- Staff Management
- Account Reconciliation
- General ledger accounting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Financial statement review
- Internal Controls
- Accounts receivable management
- General Ledger Management
- Bookkeeping
Core Proficiencies
- Financial & Accounting Services
- Consumer & Vendor Relations
- Credit Analysis
- Contract Negotiation
- Staff Development/Training
- Data Entry & Retrieval
- Financing & Insurance Sales
- Human Resources
- Payroll Audits
- Office Management
- Policy/Procedure Compliance
- Risk Management
Volunteer Experience
Developed, organized, and implemented an employer sponsored community "Give Back Program".
Timeline
Automotive Controller
Mercedes Benz Of Fort Washington
02.2022 - Current
Finance & Insurance Manager
Mercedes Benz Of West Chester
01.2014 - 04.2018
Bookkeeper
Mercedes Benz Of Fort Washington
08.2011 - 01.2014
Office Manager
Desimone BMW & Cadillac
03.2005 - 08.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Camden County Community College