TEC Equipment, Inc Looking for Regional Manager – Finance at Omaha, NE Full Time

Overview:
The Regional Finance Manager is responsible for the financing and funding on all TEC Equipment inventory and assets in the region. They play a key role in risk management for TEC Equipment and must be able to clearly understand and value the relationship between daily tasks and the profitability of TEC Equipment as a whole. This person utilizes extensive knowledge of industry standards, state and federal regulations and financial contracts to effectively analyze financial data, negotiate with banks, communicate clearly with coworkers and customers, maintain accurate, in depth records and also effectively sell financial products. They are responsible for the development and management of the branch level Finance teams

The person in this position must embody company values: Teamwork, Entrepreneurship, and Customer Focus; and ensure every member of the Finance team is delivering a customer experience that ensures TEC Equipment continues to be recognized by customers as their Best Business Partner.

Responsibilities:
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Work with Sales representatives and Sales Managers to obtain financing from external banking sources on equipment

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Manage Finance Department for accuracy, profitability, and risk management. Take oversight for all vehicle sales from start to finish. Produce and oversee all documents related to the sale of TEC Equipment assets

3.

Establish and maintain good working relationship with finance sources ( this includes but is not limited to building strong relationships with bank credit analysts as well as representing the deal to banks accurately to avoid misrepresentation of deal )

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Maintain up to date knowledge of truck banking industry regulations, trends, standards and knowledge of industry competitors

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Ensure all deadlines for post-sales processing are met. This includes filing DMV according to State regulations as well as completing all TEC deal jackets

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Instruct sales team on the methods of selling financing ( e.g., credit tiers, lease vs loan, etc. ) as needed and in compliance with applicable regulations to ensure sales person has sound, general knowledge of financing terms to avoid any misrepresentation.

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Analyze financial, payroll, and inventory reports on a weekly basis, MIS reports on a monthly basis, and take initiative to identify and act upon trends and opportunities. Lead business planning for the department. Demonstrate command of financials by completing monthly bridge schedules. Understand when to escalate needs to the General Manager, Regional Finance Director or the corporate team.

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Commit to a strong and mutually beneficial relationship with the Parts, Service, and Sales Departments to maximize dealer profitability and customer satisfaction. Seek out, develop, and maintain excellent vendor and industry relationships.

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Align department activities with the TEC value proposition and ensure that every employee and customer understands our values and customer commitment. Serve as leader and role-model to team by conducting self with highest of ethical and professional standards and modeling the TEC Core values. Foster a culture of teamwork and friendly competition. This includes developing a deep and clear understanding of the relationship between the TEC Way and the bottom line.

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Hire and develop Finance team while managing the appropriate staffing level. Take full responsibility to ensure every employee has a clear understanding of how roles & responsibilities and how success will be measured at all times. Support all employees through ongoing training and regular, productive interaction including corrective action, praise, motivation, and feedback in appropriate measure. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal employment regulations.

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Complete any additional special projects/initiatives as requested by Director of Finance.

Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent field; an equivalent combination of education and / or experience is sufficient

Experience:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in financing (in class 8/heavy duty dealership environment)

Required KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities):

• Knowledge of the services and products provided by truck banking industry, DMV, etc., as well as the trucking industry trends, standards and terminology involved
• Extensive knowledge of TEC’s procedures and policies as well as all governing laws and regulations associated with financing
• Strong computer skills; proficiency with all required software and applications such as MS Office, Word, Excel, CDK, Etc
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with diverse personalities
• Excellent people management and leadership skills; ability to develop employees at all levels
• Excellent attention to detail, follow through and ability to meet deadlines ( organizational, prioritization and time management skills )
• Excellent communication skills – active listening, interpreting, writing, speaking and phone
• Ability to independently work through conflict and effectively negotiate
• Ability to develop and maintain a good business relationship with customers, coworkers, branch locations, external banking sources and corporate contacts
• Ability to maintain composure and exercise sound judgment at all times

About Us:
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all applicable screenings.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.