RETAIL CREDIT / FINANCE MANAGER

Mightyworks       |    Location:WA       |    Country:United States Of America

<p>Industry:&nbsp;Construction &amp; Trades<br /> Job Category:&nbsp;Finance / Accounting - Credit / Lending / Collections</p> <p>My client sells and installs custom windows for homeowners through Washington state and Idaho.&nbsp; Their&nbsp;business is growing fast, which is creating the need for a new addition to our accounting team.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Many of their&nbsp;customers choose to finance their purchases.&nbsp; You will support&nbsp;customers and sales team to facilitate the financing process and arrange credit contracts for our customers.&nbsp; The role requires that you work with customers directly to review credit contracts, communicate with and train our sales team regarding financing programs, and work with external lenders to secure funding for our customers.&nbsp; Additionally, you will work with&nbsp;accounting and operations team to coordinate the financing process.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>*********************THIS IS NOT AN ACCOUNTING OR PAYROLL POSITION************************</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What You Will Be Doing</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Work with customers to explain financing terms, arrange appropriate financing, and be point-of-contact to answer questions.&nbsp;</li> <li>Coordinate with external lenders to get customer financing approved.</li> <li>Work with lenders to provide attractive financing options for our customers and negotiate fees.</li> <li>Train the sales team on financing options and process, as well as work with sales reps to assure that sales documentation is complete.</li> <li>Assist the accounting team with customer collections.</li> <li>Analyze and review monthly results of financing programs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Will Bring to the Role</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Understanding of the operational process involved in loan processing.</li> <li>Extensive knowledge of interest rates and how interest is calculated.</li> <li>Strong understanding and experience with lending laws and regulations such as the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA).&nbsp;</li> <li>Previous lending or banking experience.</li> <li>Previous experience in a fast-paced sales environment helpful.</li> <li>Excellent customer service and communication skills necessary.</li> <li>Ability to prepare reports, and effectively communicate with company executives.</li> <li>Strong organizational skills.&nbsp; Ability to keep track of contract status and follow-up with customers.</li> <li>Extreme attention to detail.</li> <li>Strong negotiating skills.</li> <li>Proficient in Microsoft Office.</li> </ul> <p><strong>SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS</strong>&nbsp;[note: bold skills and certification are required]<br /> <strong>Customer service experience</strong><br /> <strong>Vendor experience</strong><br /> <strong>Banking, lending or retail credit experience</strong><br /> <strong>Knowledge of lending laws and regulations (ECOA)</strong><br /> <strong>Proficient in Microsoft products</strong><br /> <strong>Loan processing</strong><br /> <br /> Security Clearance Required:&nbsp;No<br /> Visa Candidate Considered:&nbsp;No<br /> Full-time&nbsp;Benefits -&nbsp;Full<br /> Relocation Assistance Available -&nbsp;No<br /> Commission Compensation -&nbsp;No<br /> Bonus Eligible -&nbsp;Yes<br /> Overtime Eligible -&nbsp;No<br /> Interview Travel Reimbursed -&nbsp;No<br /> <br /> <strong>CANDIDATE DETAILS</strong><br /> <strong>2+ to 5 years experience</strong><br /> Seniority Level -&nbsp;Mid-Senior<br /> Management Experience Required -&nbsp;No<br /> Minimum Education -&nbsp;Bachelor&#39;s Degree<br /> Willingness to Travel -&nbsp;Never<br /> <br /> <strong>IDEAL CANDIDATE</strong><br /> Goal orientated individual with a passion for customer engagement.&nbsp; Excellent communication skills, personable, organized and approachable.&nbsp; Open to constructive&nbsp;criticism and feedback.&nbsp; Overcoming objections and willing to&nbsp;persevere.<br /> <strong>WHY WE&#39;RE A GREAT COMPANY</strong></p> <p>It starts with the people!&nbsp; We are a group of people passionate about serving our customers and our employees the best we can.&nbsp; Come join The Best of The Best!!!!!</p>