Derek Nipshank
SPRUCEGROVE,AB
Summary
My experience as a longtime manager has provided me with a base. I am a critical thinker, with exceptional conflict management skills. I strive to excel in every position I am in. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Sturgeon Chrysler
Edmonton, Alberta
08.2026 - Current
- Directed month-end close processes and coordinated reporting with leadership teams.
- Managed dealership finance operations for Sturgeon Chrysler, supporting daily accounting workflows.
- Prepared financial statements and reconciled ledgers for automotive sales.
- Reviewed deal documentation, loan agreements, and compliance records for accuracy.
Finance Manager
Devon Chrysler
Devon, AB
09.2023 - 08.2026
- Facilitated negotiations with clients to reach agreements
- Finalized contracts to secure agreements with clients
- Coordinated communication with financial institutions to address account inquiries
- Resolved customer inquiries by providing targeted support
- Reviewed deal documentation, loan agreements, and compliance records for accuracy.
- Directed month-end close processes and coordinated reporting with leadership teams.
Subprime Finance
Go Auto Outlet Yellowhead
Edmonton, AB
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Delivered customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues to enhance client satisfaction
- Facilitated negotiations to secure mutually beneficial agreements, strengthening relationships with clients
- Coordinated communication with financial institutions to effectively manage accounts and ensure compliance
- Provided customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues
Sales Associate
Stony Plain Chrysler
Stony Plain, AB
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Enhanced customer engagement using personalized communication strategies.
- Negotiated with clients to establish mutually beneficial agreements.
- Executed cold calling to generate leads and initiate sales conversations.
Sales Consultant
Denny Andrews Ford
Edmonton, AB
07.2014 - 01.2019
- Engaged customers to identify specific needs and preferences
- Negotiated contracts resulting in improved terms for both parties
- Executed cold calling to reach potential clients to generate leads
Assistant Manager
Chuck e Cheese
North Edmonton, AB
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient business functionality
- Managed financial records and transactions
- Engaged with customers to address inquiries and provide assistance
- Coordinated employee work schedules
- Supervised and trained staff members
- Implemented food safety procedures to maintain compliance and ensure customer safety
- Oversaw daily business operations to ensure smooth functionality
- Accounting
- Monitored stock levels and organized inventory
GENERAL MANAGER
BOSTON PIZZA
Drayton Valley, AB
11.2011 - 05.2013
- Managed daily operations to ensure seamless business functionality
- Engaged with customers to address inquiries
- Coordinated staff schedules effectively
- Oversaw daily activities of staff
- Implemented food safety procedures to maintain compliance and ensure customer safety
- Accounting
- Performed routine machine maintenance
KITCHEN MANAGER
BOSTON PIZZA
Drayton Valley, AB
06.2008 - 11.2011
- Daily operation of the kitchen
- Oversaw team performance to enhance productivity
- Coordinated employee schedules to ensure adequate coverage
- Implemented food safety procedures to maintain high standards of hygiene and compliance
- Managed inventory to optimize stock levels and minimize waste
- Prepared ingredients for cooking in a timely manner
- Engaged with customers to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns
Education
General High School Diploma -
Wetaskiwin Composite High School
Wetaskiwin, ABSkills
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Planning
- Financial reporting
- Budget Management
- Month-end close
- Ledger reconciliation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Deal documentation
- Automotive Finance
- Data Management
- Microsoft Office
- Word/Excel
- Outlook
- CRM
- Number proficiency
- Customer Service
- Interviewing
Personal Information
- Title: Studious/Efficient
- Availability: Anywhere
Languages
- Title: Studious/Efficient
- Availability: Anywhere
Additional information
- Title: Studious/Efficient
- Availability: Anywhere
Timeline
Finance Manager
Sturgeon Chrysler
08.2026 - Current
Finance Manager
Devon Chrysler
09.2023 - 08.2026
Subprime Finance
Go Auto Outlet Yellowhead
05.2020 - 08.2023
Sales Associate
Stony Plain Chrysler
01.2019 - 05.2020
Sales Consultant
Denny Andrews Ford
07.2014 - 01.2019
Assistant Manager
Chuck e Cheese
08.2013 - 05.2014
GENERAL MANAGER
BOSTON PIZZA
11.2011 - 05.2013
KITCHEN MANAGER
BOSTON PIZZA
06.2008 - 11.2011
General High School Diploma -
Wetaskiwin Composite High School