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Scott Kuhl

Salina,KS

Summary

Dynamic Finance/Sales Manager with a proven track record at Long McArthur Ford, specializing in financial modeling and staff training. Excelled in streamlining financial processes, enhancing budget accuracy by 30%, and fostering team development. Skilled in cost accounting and performance analysis, adept at crafting strategic plans aligned with corporate goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Manager/ Sales Manager

Long Mcarthur Ford
09.2020 - 01.2025
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Designed and maintained financial models to identify and measure risks.
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
  • Created and managed financial models to evaluate corporate investments and acquisitions.
  • Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Increased sales volume and expanded product line to new retailers, warehouse clubs and natural food chains.
  • Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.

CONSULTANT/Contractor

Cable Dahmer Automotive Group, MBPI, RESOURCE AUTO
02.2010 - 09.2020
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Analyzed user feedback to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
  • Trained new team members to apply best coding best practices and proper use of development tools.

CONSULTANT/ FINANCE PRODUCER/ SALES MANAGER

SOUTHWEST DEALER SERVICES, ETHOS, BRIGGS AUTOMOTIV
02.2010 - 09.2020
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Assisted in preparing business plans and investment strategies.
  • Tracked budget forecasts and monitored budget performance.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.

SALES

Jay Wolfe Toyota
03.2002 - 01.2008

AVERAGED 22-39 CARS A MONTH

Sales

STEVEN MOTOR GROUP
02.1992 - 06.1999

SALES AVERAGED 15-18 CARS A MONTH

Education

BBA - BUSINESS AND BUSINESSS LAW

BUTLER COUNTY CC AND WICHITA STATE
Wichita, KS
05-1992

Skills

  • Cost accounting
  • Performance analysis
  • Controls system maintenance
  • Electronic contracting
  • Business forecasting
  • Lending practices
  • Debt management
  • Strategic planning
  • Staff training
  • Insurance products
  • Portfolio management
  • Credit analysis
  • Financial budgeting
  • Workflow coordination
  • Financial modeling
  • Deal structuring
  • Proficient in [software]
  • Performance reviews
  • Financial analysis
  • Financial audits
  • Skilled in [software]
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Coaching and training

Timeline

Finance Manager/ Sales Manager

Long Mcarthur Ford
09.2020 - 01.2025

CONSULTANT/Contractor

Cable Dahmer Automotive Group, MBPI, RESOURCE AUTO
02.2010 - 09.2020

CONSULTANT/ FINANCE PRODUCER/ SALES MANAGER

SOUTHWEST DEALER SERVICES, ETHOS, BRIGGS AUTOMOTIV
02.2010 - 09.2020

SALES

Jay Wolfe Toyota
03.2002 - 01.2008

Sales

STEVEN MOTOR GROUP
02.1992 - 06.1999

BBA - BUSINESS AND BUSINESSS LAW

BUTLER COUNTY CC AND WICHITA STATE
Scott Kuhl