Kendra Rowan
Hawthorne,NJ
Summary
Highly experienced Finance Professional with 20 years of success in finance management, driving growth, and increasing profitability. Proven track record of achieving goals and increasing customer satisfaction. Looking to transfer and utilize prior experience in a corporate atmosphere effectively with the knowledge attained through dealership experience.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Open Road Auto Group
08.2023 - Current
- Increased profitability of department by over 25%
- Achieved warranty penetration required by brand while continuously increasing profit margins.
- Work closely with Sales management team to involve myself in all working deals early to allow for smooth transitions.
- Strategize with my partner to allow for maximum outcomes as well as strong customer satisfaction scores.
Finance Manager
Prestige Englewood Volvo Lincoln
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Monthly average constantly exceeded brands expectations.
- Responsible for both Lincoln as well as Volvo deal processing and funding.
- Supported Sales Managers to close deals on floor on consistent basis.
- Leader in approvals and successful quick funding.
Finance Manager
Ramsey Infiniti
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Specialized in getting difficult deals approved with multiple banks and processed quickly.
- Worked with management to set goals that allowed for growth, productivity, and opportunity.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal regulations mitigating potential penalties or fines.
- Increased profitability by identifying underperforming products.
Business Manager
Jack Daniels Audi
12.2011 - 03.2018
- Average monthly back-end gross was consistently over $1750 per transaction.
- Solely responsible for both front and back incentive processing and insuring payment of all funds
- Was regularly over 50% tire and wheel penetration.
- Averaged over 2.5 products per deal on regular basis.
- Proudly maintained my position and department profitability though many management changes while working closely with new management and partners.
Business Manager
Crestmont Toyota/Volkswagen
04.2010 - 12.2011
- Lead Finance Manager for dealership
- Delivered over 200 Toyota's and Volkswagens with only two Finance Managers
- Warranty penetration above 60% consistently
- Reached Toyota's leaderboard twice for warranty sales (first time in dealership history).
Business Manager/Assistant Sales Manager
Saturn of Totowa
12.2006 - 04.2010
- Was selected for sole finance position after two other locations closed.
- Supported closing of three Saturn locations by creating profit while dealer principal was taking deep losses on remaining inventory.
Internet Sales Consultant
Prestige BMW
06.2006 - 12.2006
- Handled both new and used Internet Sales Leads.
Internet Sales Manager
Ramsey Infiniti
02.2003 - 06.2006
- Produced 20—30 Internet Sales/monthly
- Supported sales floor when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration -
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.2000
Timeline
Finance Manager
Open Road Auto Group
08.2023 - Current
Finance Manager
Prestige Englewood Volvo Lincoln
06.2021 - 05.2023
Finance Manager
Ramsey Infiniti
03.2018 - 05.2021
Business Manager
Jack Daniels Audi
12.2011 - 03.2018
Business Manager
Crestmont Toyota/Volkswagen
04.2010 - 12.2011
Business Manager/Assistant Sales Manager
Saturn of Totowa
12.2006 - 04.2010
Internet Sales Consultant
Prestige BMW
06.2006 - 12.2006
Internet Sales Manager
Ramsey Infiniti
02.2003 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration -
University of Rhode Island
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