Business-minded Finance Manager promoting more than 25 years of expertise in providing financial services to clients while managing complex loan transactions. Possesses deep understanding of credit analysis, loan origination and closing. Confident and positive with a natural talent to be influential and persuasive.
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Ted Tsesmilles
Wellsville,OH
Summary
Overview
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Triple T Trucking
Managing Member
06.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Grew a new trucking company from an average of 10 shipments to over 40 per month.
- Traveled daily to meet with clients, delivering presentations, negotiating contracts and closing deals.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments for continued growth.
- Handled day-to-day accounting and record keeping using advanced software to maintain accurate financial statements.
Pillar Automotive Group
Business Director
08.2021 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Cultivated positive working relationships with lending institutions, resulting in 59% increase in finance contracts and 95% decrease in funding delays.
- Developed and implemented strategies within the sales department to increase ancillary product penetration, resulting in a 26% increase month over month.
- Ordered and wholesaled inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles to achieve volume and gross profit objectives.
- Recruited, hired, trained and managed sales team to set, achieve and exceed sales goals.
Flynn Auto Group
Finance Director
04.2018 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Set clear departmental objectives and developed effective strategies to achieve targeted goals.
- Reduced discrepancies through process improvement performance reporting and data systems.
- Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
- Managed day-to-day operations within 12-person multi-location finance department.
Fairway Ford
Finance Manager
03.2005 - 04.2018
Job overview
- Developed and honed sales negotiation skills, increasing per unit average from $487 to $2118.
- Increased repeat and referral business along with improved CSI by developing and implementing a process that reduced Finance department wait times from 90 minutes to 15 minutes.
- Setup and managed large commercial credit accounts to diversify and grow finance department revenue.
Columbiana Dodge
Finance Manager
12.2002 - 03.2005
Job overview
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
- Evaluated loan requests and documents to verify accuracy and completeness.
- Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
- Analyzed potential risks and evaluated loan products to identify suitable options for customers.
- Monitored software to track and log status of loans.
John Seretti Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Finance Manager
09.1999 - 12.2002
Job overview
- Assisted customers with completing loan applications and other paperwork.
- Introduced software tools and process improvements to mitigate loss and drive F&I profit.
- Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
- Analyzed financial data regarding product performance and customer performance and developed reports for upper management.
- Completed loan applications and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
John Seretti Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Sales Consultant
08.1998 - 09.1999
Job overview
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Responded to customer enquiries via telephone and email.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts.
Summitville Tiles Inc.
Laborer
09.1993 - 08.1998
Job overview
- Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
Professional Stereo Inc
Business Owner
06.1993 - 08.1998
Job overview
- Completed skilled installations and set up of high end car audio and vehicle alarm systems.
- Built custom wood, fiberglass and carpet subwoofers enclosures and special racks to hold equipment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Southern Local Jr/Sr High SchoolSalineville, OH
High School Diploma
1993
University Overview
Skills
- Positive Thinking
- Creative Solutions
- Analysis
- Time Management
- Accountability
- Persuasive Communication & Negotiation
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Organization
- Attention to detail
Hobbies/Interests
Hobbies/Interests
Cars/Car Audio/Car Racing/Car Customization
Construction/Tile Work/Woodworking/Remodeling
Music/Music Production
Motorsports/Motocross/Off road Racing
Powerboats/Powerboat Racing
Travel
Movies
Comedy
Timeline
Business Director
Pillar Automotive Group
08.2021 - 04.2023
Managing Member
Triple T Trucking
06.2020 - Current
Finance Director
Flynn Auto Group
04.2018 - 06.2020
Finance Manager
Fairway Ford
03.2005 - 04.2018
Finance Manager
Columbiana Dodge
12.2002 - 03.2005
Finance Manager
John Seretti Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
09.1999 - 12.2002
Sales Consultant
John Seretti Chrysler Jeep Dodge
08.1998 - 09.1999
Laborer
Summitville Tiles Inc.
09.1993 - 08.1998
Business Owner
Professional Stereo Inc
06.1993 - 08.1998
Southern Local Jr/Sr High School
High School Diploma
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