Teresa Anagnostou
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Finance Manager with 14 years of experience in the automotive industry. Focused on delivering strong results through exceptional customer service, solid lending knowledge, and efficient processes.
Successfully built and ran a finance department as the sole finance manager, creating all systems and procedures from scratch. Known for supporting and coaching new business managers, and improving teamwork between departments. Experienced in consumer, commercial, and non-prime lending with all the major banks. Looking for a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where I can continue to learn, grow, and contribute to a company's success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Manager
Waterloo Ford Lincoln
Edmonton, AB
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks, and improving data accuracy.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development, and strong team dynamics.
- Developed strong relationships with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions to secure the best financing options for customers.
- Assisted customers with challenging credit histories in securing suitable loan options to facilitate vehicle purchases.
- Demonstrated expertise in various financial products, creating tailored presentations for customers, showcasing the benefits of specific financing plans based on their unique needs.
- Maintained an organized workflow by prioritizing tasks, effectively managing multiple client files simultaneously, and ensuring timely processing of all transactions.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable
Finance Manager
Boundary Ford
Edmonton, AB
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks, and improving data accuracy.
- Submitted prime and subprime deals in a timely fashion.
- Negotiated with banks and prepared paperwork, getting deals down the road quickly.
- Proficient with Dealertrack and Route One.
- Assisted customers with challenging credit histories in securing suitable loan options to facilitate vehicle purchases.
- Maximized profitability by negotiating and structuring optimal automotive financing deals.
Finance Manager
Silverwood Toyota
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Developed strong relationships with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions to secure the best financing options for customers.
- Collaborated with sales managers to develop effective strategies for overcoming financial obstacles during vehicle negotiations.
- Assisted customers with challenging credit histories in securing suitable loan options to facilitate vehicle purchases.
- Maximized profitability by negotiating and structuring optimal automotive financing deals.
- Demonstrated expertise in various financial products, creating tailored presentations for customers, showcasing the benefits of specific financing plans based on their unique needs.
- Collaborated closely with the Sales department, conducting joint training sessions, sharing information about available financing options, and boosting overall sales figures.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries promptly, resolving issues efficiently, and maintaining open communication throughout the financing process.
- Sole finance manager responsible for building and running the department, created all processes and procedures where none previously existed. Improving overall department efficiency.
Finance Manager
Cam Clark Ford
Edmonton, AB
10.2014 - 10.2017
- Developed strong relationships with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions to secure the best financing options for customers.
- Collaborated with sales managers to develop effective strategies for overcoming financial obstacles during vehicle negotiations.
- Optimized dealership revenue by identifying opportunities for additional product offerings, such as extended warranties and insurance packages.
- Demonstrated expertise in various financial products, creating tailored presentations for customers, showcasing the benefits of specific financing plans based on their unique needs.
- Streamlined loan approval processes for enhanced customer experience, and faster turnaround times.
- Collaborated closely with the Sales department, conducting joint training sessions, sharing information about available financing options, and boosting overall sales figures.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Thomas Aquinas
Spruce Grove, ABSkills
- Financial analysis
- Loan processing
- Customer service excellance
- Risk assessment
- Negotiation skills
- Data accuracy
- Team building
Certification
Amvic certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Finance Manager
Waterloo Ford Lincoln
03.2022 - 04.2025
Finance Manager
Boundary Ford
05.2020 - 02.2022
Finance Manager
Silverwood Toyota
01.2018 - 05.2020
Finance Manager
Cam Clark Ford
10.2014 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
St Thomas Aquinas
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