Rezart Arti Bajrami
Moonachie,USA
Summary
Accomplished finance manager with 10 years of experience in finance management, driving revenue growth through effective pricing strategies and promotional campaigns. Proven track record in negotiating with the IRS, reducing operational costs, and increasing productivity. Skilled in financial management, expense management, and payroll. Fluent in multiple languages.
Finance professional ready to drive financial strategies and optimize performance. Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexibility to meet changing needs. Reliable, analytical, and results-oriented with keen eye for identifying opportunities for improvement.
Diligent [Desired Position] with comprehensive background in finance management. Demonstrated ability to streamline financial operations and implement cost-saving measures. Proven track record in budget forecasting and financial planning, showcasing strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General/Finance Manager
Silk city auto mall
05.2019 - 05.2024
- At the time of my hiring the company(silk city auto mall) owed 1.12 million to the IRS in taxes and multiple other issues from the previous management I developed a plan of consolidation of all previous sales going back 6 years restructured the filing system than requested a audit which passed with not a single mistake which brought us to the negotiating table and was able to negotiate directly with the IRS to bring the owed amount to 250k from the initial 1.12 million
- Oversaw and directed every single financing deal to make sure than we are doing all we can to get every costumer financed
- Managed budget and expenses, consistently meeting or exceeding financial targets
- Implemented cost-saving measures that reduced operational costs by 25%
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels to minimize waste
- Established strong relationships with suppliers and negotiated favorable contracts for procurement of vehicles
- Increased productivity by implementing streamlined workflows across departments
- Drove revenue growth through effective pricing strategies and promotional campaigns
Used Car Inventory Manager
TERRYVILLE Honda
05.2016 - 04.2019
- Utilized advanced analytics tools to evaluate sales data, enabling informed decision-making regarding inventory management and pricing strategies.
- Introduced innovative sales techniques that resulted in higher closing ratios for the sales team.
- Assisted with vehicle appraisals and location of desired vehicles for purchase.
- Managed sourcing, purchasing and showroom delivery of pre-owned inventory.
- Collaborated with service department to ensure thorough inspections and repairs on vehicles prior to sale.
- Negotiated and finalized used car pricing and contract terms.
- Conducted end-of-month profit reporting for all used vehicle sales.
Business Owner
Anax auto sales
01.2016 - 04.2019
- Did day to day operations in every part of the business including advertising, financing payroll vehicle purchase , sales while maintaining highest level of costumer satisfaction
- Founded and operated a successful business for XX years, overseeing all aspects of operations
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through exceptional service delivery
- Elevated customer service standards through staff training programs and ongoing monitoring/feedback systems
- Managed inventory effectively to ensure optimal turnover rates and proper mix of vehicle types.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as paperwork processing, improving efficiency within the department without compromising quality.
Finance/ general Manager
Import auto sales
02.2012 - 03.2016
- Oversaw sales and financing of every deal of vehicle purchase
- Grew the business from 20 vehicles to 70 in few years
- Managed budget and expenses, consistently meeting or exceeding financial targets
- Implemented employee training programs to enhance skills and knowledge, resulting in improved performance metrics
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards
Automotive Service Writer
All car care
09.2006 - 01.2011
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly greeting customers, assessing their needs, and recommending appropriate services
- Effectively communicated with customers to explain recommended repairs and maintenance, ensuring transparency and trust
- Managed a high volume of customer inquiries and concerns, resolving issues in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction
- Collaborated with technicians to prioritize repair orders based on urgency and availability of parts
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions, service history, and vehicle information using CRM software
- Resolved billing discrepancies or disputes by working closely with the accounting department and providing supporting documentation when necessary
- Conducted follow-up calls with customers after service completion to ensure satisfaction and address any outstanding concerns or questions
Education
Bachelor's degree - Finance Management
Saint Kiril And Methodi
Skopje Macedonia 06.2003
Skills
- Payroll (10 years)
- Financial Management (7 years)
- Expense Management (10 years)
- Finance (10 years)
- Service writing (5 years)
- Customer satisfaction
- Internal controls
- Financial budgeting
- Budget forecasting
- Financial management
- Financial analysis
- Business forecasting
- Project finance
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Relationship building
- Sales team training
- Staff management
Certification
- Driver's License
- Motorcycle License
Languages
Albanian - Fluent
Macedonian - Fluent
English - Fluent
Turkish - Intermediate
Serbo-Croatian - Expert
Interests
- Adventure Travel
- Team Sports
- Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
- Auto Repair/Restoration
Timeline
General/Finance Manager
Silk city auto mall
05.2019 - 05.2024
Used Car Inventory Manager
TERRYVILLE Honda
05.2016 - 04.2019
Business Owner
Anax auto sales
01.2016 - 04.2019
Finance/ general Manager
Import auto sales
02.2012 - 03.2016
Automotive Service Writer
All car care
09.2006 - 01.2011
Bachelor's degree - Finance Management
Saint Kiril And Methodi
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