Kevin Acevedo
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Results-driven Automotive Finance Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in financial analysis, risk assessment, and customer relationship management. Excel in negotiation, strategic planning, and problem-solving, ensuring seamless finance operations. Bring forth strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills to enhance team performance and drive business success.
Bilingual individual willing to go the extra mile to ensure quality service to each and every customer. A dependable Loan Specialist committed to explaining complex information in easy to understand terminology.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Finance Manager
Honda of Sarasota
Sarasota
10.2024 - Current
- Utilized financial software and systems to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions.
- Informed customers of loan application requirements and deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing automotive sales and financing.
- Trained sales staff on financing options, processes, and best practices to enhance overall team performance.
- Listened carefully to customer complaints and swiftly resolved issues by taking appropriate action.
- Monitored current market rates for competitive pricing of loans offered.
- Negotiated with lenders to secure competitive interest rates and financing terms for customers.
Finance Manager
Douglas Jeep Chrysler Dodge
Venice, Florida
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Approved and qualified applications for financing, closed sales contracts and cross-sold insurance products while complying with state laws.
- Implemented a system of internal controls that improved compliance with GAAP regulations.
- Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
- Negotiated terms with banks and other financial institutions to secure financing and optimize terms.
- Managed financial transactions involving general funds and contracts to reduce cashflow challenges.
- Promoted finance products to customers and sales force to increase penetration.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
Service Advisor
Gettel Nissan
Sarasota, Florida
11.2018 - 06.2023
- Strengthened customer retention by offering discount options.
- Utilized job-related software to prepare change of address records and issue service discontinuance orders.
- Led on- and off-site customer support teams across multiple time zones.
- Resolved customer complaints in an efficient and courteous manner.
Sales Associate
Gettel Nissan
Sarasota, Florida
11.2018 - 01.2023
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and benefits.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palmetto High School
Palmetto, FL05-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
South Georgia State College
Douglas, GASkills
- Contract preparation
- Credit assessment
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Problem-solving capacity
- Strong negotiation skills
- Financial product sales
- Customer service
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Automotive Finance Manager
Honda of Sarasota
10.2024 - Current
Finance Manager
Douglas Jeep Chrysler Dodge
02.2023 - 09.2024
Service Advisor
Gettel Nissan
11.2018 - 06.2023
Sales Associate
Gettel Nissan
11.2018 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Palmetto High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
South Georgia State College