Finance & Insurance Manager

To apply for the Finance & Insurance Manager role at Duval Honda, you should have dealership F&I Manager experience and be proficient in CDK. Additionally, a high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a strong background in finance and a proven track record of success.

As the Finance & Insurance Manager at Duval Honda, your primary responsibilities will include managing the dealership’s finance operations, providing outstanding customer service, and building strong relationships with banks and finance companies to offer competitive financing options.

At Duval Honda, new Finance & Insurance Managers will benefit from extensive training through the Lithia Learning Center, where you'll enhance your skills and knowledge to excel in your role, alongside ongoing support from store leadership throughout your career.

Duval Honda emphasizes professional growth through mentorship, coaching, and access to advanced training programs. This commitment, along with competitive pay and benefits, ensures you have all the tools you need to succeed and progress in your career.

Working as a Finance & Insurance Manager at Duval Honda means being part of a dynamic and busy dealership environment that values teamwork, integrity, and outstanding customer service, allowing you to thrive professionally while enjoying a supportive atmosphere.

When answering this question, be specific about the roles you've held and the financial processes you've managed, such as loan approvals and customer financing. Highlight any metrics that demonstrate your success in previous positions.

Use this opportunity to discuss your approach to customer service, such as clear communication, understanding customer needs, and following up after transactions to ensure satisfaction, all of which are essential in a Finance & Insurance Manager role.

Focus on your networking skills, your proactive communication style, and how you maintain professional connections over time. Mention any previous successful partnerships and how they benefited past dealerships.

Share specific examples of times when you successfully managed high-stress situations while ensuring that operation runs smoothly. This connects well to being a Finance & Insurance Manager where multitasking is essential.

Discuss your familiarity with CDK and other financial management systems you have used in previous roles. Sharing your technical skills will directly relate to the requirements of the Finance & Insurance Manager position.

Provide an example that illustrates your leadership skills, focusing on how you supported team members in their development and how that improved team performance and customer service.

Discuss your thoughts on the importance of transparency, detail orientation, and creating a positive customer experience, tailored specifically to the finance process.

Mention specific resources, continuing education courses, or industry groups you are part of. This shows your dedication to professional growth and understanding of market changes.

Discuss how maintaining ethical standards is crucial in building trust with customers and financial partners, which is essential for success in the Finance & Insurance Manager role.

Tailor your response to reflect your knowledge of Duval Honda and Lithia & Driveway, discussing how their values align with your professional goals, and expressing enthusiasm for being part of their team.