Finance Administrator
Based in our Athlone dealership and reporting directly to the Business Manager, the Finance Administrator supports the dealership’s finance and insurance operations, ensuring smooth processing of customer finance applications and compliance with regulatory requirements. This role involves liaising with customers, sales teams, and finance providers to deliver an excellent customer experience.
Responsibilities
Finance Processing:
Assist customers in completing finance applications accurately and efficiently and maintain close contact with both the Customer and the sales team throughout the proposal stage of the application.
Liaise with finance companies to secure competitive finance packages.
Ensure compliance with Central Bank of Ireland regulations and dealership policies.
Administrative Duties:
Prepare either digital or paper documents for signature by the Customer in a timely manner, ensuring all documentation required from the Customer is received prior to their arrival.
Handle documentation for vehicle purchases, including contracts and disclosures.
Check, process and upload signed finance agreements to the relevant Finance Company and follow up to ensure prompt payment.
Customer Service:
Explain finance options, terms, and conditions clearly to customers.
Maintain strong relationships with customers and provide ongoing support.
Work closely with the Business Manager and Sales Team to facilitate vehicle sales.
Support marketing initiatives for finance and insurance products.
Requirements
Previous experience in administration (1–2 years); motor trade experience desirable.
Strong numerical ability and IT skills (Excel, CRM systems).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organisational skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of finance products desired but not essential; full training will be given.
APA / QFA qualification desired but not essential – requirement to sit and pass the APA exam with the Institute of Bankers in Ireland, supported by the Company.
Front‑facing, customer‑focused role – must enjoy working with people.
Company pension scheme.
Bike to work scheme.
Additional Information
Permanent, full‑time, onsite role.
Monday to Saturday with a day off during the week.
Office based.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Finance and Sales.
Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing.
Location: Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland.
Eligibility: Ireland (required); Co. Westmeath (required).
If you would like to apply for the position of Finance Administrator, please send your C.V. to denise.obeirne@mmcs.ie.
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