Joseph Cook
Lambertville,MI
Summary
Accomplished Finance Director with a proven track record at Dave White Chevrolet, enhancing financial accuracy and compliance while mentoring junior staff. Expert in credit assessment and strong negotiation, achieving significant process efficiencies and fostering robust bank relationships. Demonstrates a goal-oriented mindset with a flair for maximizing profitability and improving customer financing options.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
Dave White Chevrolet
11.2016 - 01.2024
- 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.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
Finance Manager
Jim White Honda
08.2011 - 11.2016
- 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.
- 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.
Sales Associate
Jim White Honda
09.2004 - 08.2011
- Increased dealership sales by proactively engaging with potential customers and showcasing vehicle features.
- Fielded incoming inquiries via phone or email, providing accurate information and directing customers to the appropriate sales associate when necessary.
- Conducted thorough product research and attended training sessions to maintain expert knowledge of current automotive trends and models.
- Improved showroom presentation through strategic vehicle placement that highlighted key features and promoted interest from potential buyers.
- Regularly tracked personal sales performance against predetermined benchmarks to identify areas for improvement and adjust tactics accordingly.
Skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Financial product knowledge
- Credit assessment abilities
- Contract Preparation
Timeline
Finance Director
Dave White Chevrolet
11.2016 - 01.2024
Finance Manager
Jim White Honda
08.2011 - 11.2016
Sales Associate
Jim White Honda
09.2004 - 08.2011
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