Oussama (Sam) Etlawil
Lakewood
Summary
Seasoned Automotive Finance Manager with background in overseeing financial operations, optimizing loan processes, and maximizing dealership profitability. Possess strong team leadership skills, adept at forging relationships with vendors and clients to ensure smooth transaction flow. Contribute significantly to business growth and enhanced customer satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Long Beach BMW
Signal Hill, California
09.2021 - 09.2025
- Managed automotive financing processes for customer vehicle purchases.
- Reviewed credit applications to determine financing eligibility and options.
- Ensured compliance with financial regulations and dealership policies.
- Trained staff on financing procedures and customer interaction techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with lenders for seamless transaction processing.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding financing terms and conditions promptly.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing by customers.
- Negotiated loan terms and conditions with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions.
- Analyzed customer credit histories in order to determine eligibility for loans.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding auto financing services in a timely manner.
- Processed applications for new vehicle loans efficiently and accurately.
- Prepared and reviewed all paperwork related to the sale and financing of vehicles, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of automotive finance industry trends, products, and technologies.
- Fostered a culture of transparency and honesty in all financial dealings to build trust with customers and colleagues.
Finance Manager
Worthington Ford
Long Beach, California
04.2004 - 09.2021
- Managed automotive financing processes for customer vehicle purchases.
- Reviewed credit applications to determine financing eligibility and options.
- Ensured compliance with financial regulations and dealership policies.
- Trained staff on financing procedures and customer interaction techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with lenders for seamless transaction processing.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing by customers.
- Negotiated loan terms and conditions with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions.
- Developed relationships with third-party vendors who provided additional products or services related to automotive finance.
- Processed applications for new vehicle loans efficiently and accurately.
- Prepared and reviewed all paperwork related to the sale and financing of vehicles, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of automotive finance industry trends, products, and technologies.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science And Engineer
LBCC
Long BeachSkills
- Financial documentation
- Automotive financing
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Financing expertise
- Insurance products
- Lender relationships
- Financial management
- Mentoring and training
- Verbal and written communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Finance Manager
Long Beach BMW
09.2021 - 09.2025
Finance Manager
Worthington Ford
04.2004 - 09.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science And Engineer
LBCC