David M Kerr

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General Information

  • Job Location Cedar Park, TX
  • Category Finance
  • Language English
  • Highest Degree Level 4 years College
  • Total Years of Experience 20+
  • Expected Job Level Finance Manager

Education

August 1984 - 1988
University of IowaMajor: Business Minor: Religion

JM & A Finance and InsurancernSchool—Deerfield Beach, FL 

June 2005

Reynolds & Reynolds F&I School

July 1999 

 The Association of Finance & Insurance Professionals

November 1995 


Work Experience

September 2020 to Present
Austin Affordable Autos - Austin, TXOwner/Manager/Operator

Entrepreneurial dealership owner withrncomprehensive experience in acquiring, pricing, and retailing pre-ownedrnvehicles while overseeing all aspects of operations, including sales, finance,rninventory, and staffing. Skilled at sourcing quality inventory, negotiatingrnwith wholesalers and customers, and maximizing front-end and back-endrnprofitability through effective sales processes and F&I products. Provenrnability to build and lead high-performing teams, deliver an exceptionalrncustomer experience, and maintain strong relationships with lenders, vendors,rnand the local community. Adept at managing budgets, marketing (online and on‑lot),rnand compliance with state and federal regulations to drive sustainable growthrnand repeat/referral business


March 2018 to September 2020
Austin e Autos - Round Rock, TXFinance Director

Proven trackrnrecord of building and leading high-performing sales and finance teams,rnimplementing disciplined sales processes, and leveraging data to drive pricing,rninventory turn, and gross profit on both front and back end. Skilled inrnnegotiation, high-touch client service, and reputation management, consistentlyrngrowing repeat and referral business among discerning customers. Adept atrnintegrating digital retail tools, optimizing lead management, and collaboratingrnwith ownership to set strategy, forecast results, and achieve aggressive growthrntargets in a competitive luxury marketplace.


April 2017 to July 2017
Toyota of Cedar Park – Cedar Park, TXFinance Manager

Worked from an off-site hotel convention centerrnfor a month prior to opening, planning workflows, anticipating potentialrnissues, and building procedures to support a successful launch. In the ongoingrnrole, structured vehicle financing, presented F&I products, secured lenderrnapprovals, and maintained full compliance with regulatory and lenderrnrequirements—applying a “progress, not perfection” mindset to continuouslyrnimprove efficiency, profitability, and the customer experience


January 2016- March 2017
Lost Pines Toyota Toyota – Bastrop, TX Finance Manager

A results-driven finance executive brought in to restructure andrnrevitalize an underperforming Finance Department. Tasked with diagnosingrnoperational inefficiencies, implementing best practices, and aligning allrnprocesses with Toyota Financial Services National Standards.


October 2013 to December 2015
Charles Maund Toyota – Austin, TX Finance Manager

Irnhave been one of the top producers on an extremely competitive 11‑member fieldrnteam, consistently hitting sales objectives month after month for two straightrnyears. During that time, our group grew volume from roughly 300 units a monthrnto over 800 units a month by strengthening dealer relationships, executingrndisciplined in‑market strategies, and using data to identify and capitalize onrnnew opportunities. 


April -2007– November- 2012
Krieger Motor Company Finance Director

Finance Manager/Sales Manager responsible for hiring,rntraining, and developing a high‑performing finance team that consistentlyrnexceeded department goals while maintaining a collaborative, team‑orientedrnculture. Oversaw all F&I operations, including structuring vehicle deals,rnpresenting and selling finance and insurance products, and securing competitivernapprovals through multiple lending partners, all in full compliance withrndealership, lender, and regulatory standards. Partnered closely with the salesrndepartment to optimize deal structures, increase finance penetration andrnproduct attachment, and deliver a transparent, customer‑focused buyingrnexperience—building a group that not only hit targets, but genuinely enjoyedrnworking together as a cohesive unit.


Summary of Skills

Knowledge of the car business / Leadership
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