Madison Baca
Summary
Finance professional with proven track record in financial analysis, strategic planning, and risk management. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and profitability. Strong communication and leadership skills ensure adaptability to changing environments and reliable performance under pressure. Skilled in budget management, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
Asbury Automotive Group
01.2023 - 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.
- Successfully managed multiple audits, ensuring accurate financial information was presented to external parties without discrepancies or delays.
Automotive Finance Director
Morries Okemos Ford
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Improved overall department efficiency by implementing streamlined procedures simplifying documentation requirements reducing unnecessary delays.
- Enhanced team productivity, organizing regular training sessions on latest automotive finance trends and compliance standards.
- Collaborated closely with Sales department conducting joint training sessions sharing information about available financing options boosting overall sales figures.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication and setting clear expectations for team performance, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Increased sales team effectiveness with comprehensive training on finance options and upselling techniques.
Automotive Finance Manager
Foundation Kia
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Analyzed applicant financial and credit status, evaluating assets and risk to determine loan feasibility.
- Assessed feasibility of loan approval by reviewing financial histories, available credit and current employment.
- Identified valuable solutions for customers with credit problems.
- Developed and recommended personal or commercial loan packages for clients.
- Reviewed credit histories from applicants and determined feasibility of granting requested loans.
Automotive Finance Manager
Foundation Hyundai
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Listened carefully to customer complaints and swiftly resolved issues by taking appropriate action.
- Prepared reports for customers with delinquent and irreconcilable accounts.
- Developed loan contracts and explained contract terms to clients.
- Collaborated with company teams to expedite loan approval processes.
- Reviewed loan agreements to verify completeness and accuracy according to applicable policies.
Sales Associate
Medved Autoplex
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pomona College
Bachelor of International Business Management -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- KPI tracking
- Audit coordination
- Financial policy development
- Debt management
- Financial strategy development
- Business process improvement
- Cash flow management
- Risk management
- Budget planning
Timeline
Finance Director
Asbury Automotive Group
01.2023 - Current
Automotive Finance Director
Morries Okemos Ford
08.2022 - 01.2023
Automotive Finance Manager
Foundation Kia
03.2022 - 08.2022
Automotive Finance Manager
Foundation Hyundai
01.2021 - 03.2022
Sales Associate
Medved Autoplex
01.2017 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Pomona College
Bachelor of International Business Management -
Metropolitan State University of Denver