Bradley Stewart
Summary
Organized, Experienced and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
Carmac Automotive
09.2018 - Current
- Mentored junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the department.
- Increased sales and customer satisfaction by developing and implementing tailored financing solutions for clients.
- Streamlined the financing process by collaborating with sales teams to identify customer needs and provide appropriate options.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with lenders to secure competitive rates and terms for customers.
- Enhanced department efficiency through regular reviews of policies, procedures, and systems, recommending improvements when necessary.
- Collaborated with accounting departments to ensure accurate record-keeping of transactions and compliance with federal regulations.
- Evaluated loan applications carefully considering both quantitative factors such as income ratios as well as qualitative factors like employment stability to make informed decisions about approvals or denials
- Consistently hit monthly targets based on volume and gross profit. Implemented strategies for growth in both areas
General Sales and Finance Manager
5 Star Dealers
08.2011 - 09.2016
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining and automating financial reporting processes.
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Responsible for three sales teams among the numerous locations
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Drove revenue stream by consistently hitting and exceeding targets
- Maintained relationships with Finance Institutions and Representatives
Finance & Insurance Manager
Courtesy Ford Lincoln
03.2001 - 09.2011
- Strengthened client relationships through exceptional customer service, leading to increased retention rates.
- maintained an exceptional average profit per deal by presenting and selling of aftermarket products.
- Arranged work orders and setting up vehicles deliveries
- Held good relations with Finance Institutions and representatives
- ensured the integrity of every deal to reduce any exposure for the company
Education
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration (Automotive)
Georgian College
Barrie, ON06.1999
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Prioritizing and Planning
- Relationship Building
- Strategy Development
- Decision-Making
- Sales Support
- Proactive and Focused
- Team Building Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Staff Recruitment and Hiring
- Goal Setting
Languages
English
Timeline
Finance Director
Carmac Automotive
09.2018 - Current
General Sales and Finance Manager
5 Star Dealers
08.2011 - 09.2016
Finance & Insurance Manager
Courtesy Ford Lincoln
03.2001 - 09.2011
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration (Automotive)
Georgian College
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