Lead Finance & Insurance Manager

Lead Finance & Insurance Manager page is loaded## Lead Finance & Insurance Manager locations:
Tampa Honda, Tampa, FL 33612time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition :
R104015## Dealership:

L0341 Tampa Honda
** Lead Finance & Insurance Manager (Finance Director)
**** Tampa Honda – A Proud Partner of Lithia Motors (NYSE: LAD)
** At
** Tampa Honda**, part of Lithia & Driveway, we are committed to Growing Our Company and Growing Our People. We are seeking a high-performing
** Lead Finance & Insurance Manager / Finance Director
** to drive profitability, ensure compliance, and mentor a winning F&I team.##

Position Overview The
** Lead F&I Manager / Finance Director
** is responsible for overseeing all dealership finance operations, maximizing F&I revenue, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. This leader works closely with the General Manager, Sales Managers, lenders, and manufacturer partners to drive performance and operational excellence.##

Key Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, and develop the F&I team to achieve and exceed production goals
* Present and sell finance and insurance products (service contracts, GAP, tire & wheel, prepaid maintenance, appearance protection, etc.)
* Structure, submit, and fund deals efficiently using approved dealer management systems (ADP/CDK or similar)
* Build and maintain strong lender relationships to secure competitive financing options
* Ensure all deals meet compliance standards (state DMV, lender, and federal regulations)
* Monitor CIT (Contracts in Transit) and receivables to ensure timely funding
* Maintain 100% compliance with Red Flags, OFAC, Safeguards Rule, and all dealership policies
* Participate in Sales Meetings, Save-a-Deal, and Strategy Meetings
* Support Sales Managers with deal structuring and customer engagement during peak hours
* Drive store profitability through product penetration, reserve, and menu selling best practices## Qualifications
* ** 3+ years Automotive Finance & Insurance Manager experience required
*** Prior experience as a
** Lead F&I Manager, Finance Director, or Finance Manager preferred
*** Proven track record of high PVR, product penetration, and compliance excellence
* Strong knowledge of automotive lender programs and credit structuring
* Experience with CDK, ADP, Route One, Dealer track, or similar platforms
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
* Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and team-focused
*** We offer best-in-class industry benefits
**** Competitive pay
* Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
* Paid Holidays & PTO
* Short and Long-Term Disability
* Paid Life Insurance
* 401(k) Retirement Plan
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Lithia Learning Center
* Vehicle Purchase Discounts
* Wellness Programs
***** High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
* At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of
* Growth Powered by People*, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to
* Earn Customers for Life*. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers’ needs whether in person, online or a combination of both.

Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!
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