Kinetic Advantage

Field Risk Director

Kinetic Advantage

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Conduct comprehensive, on-site risk reviews of independent auto dealerships in addition to Scrubbing the Portfolio that you are assigned for signs of Stress in a Proactive manner
  • Audit inventory records, both floorplanned and non-floorplanned including physical verification and system reconciliation
  • Review and analyze dealership financial statements, bank activity, and other Documentation to assess Solvency and Financial Behavior
  • Access and examine dealership management systems (DMS) to validate sales activity/Funding Timelines as well as F&I Portals
  • Identify and investigate signs of misrepresentation, fraud, or operational risk, and escalate as appropriate
  • Prepare factual, detailed reports summarizing findings and outlining key risks and recommendations
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with Dealer clients, serving as a Strategic advisor for Business improvement
  • Provide guidance to Dealers on improving internal processes, financial practices, and Inventory management to support long-term growth and sustainability
  • Act as a key touchpoint for High-Risk or Strategic accounts, offering ongoing oversight and operational insights
  • Exercise Composure, Professionalism, and Tact during sensitive engagements, including Collections and Resolutions
  • Represent Kinetic Advantage with professionalism and integrity in all dealer-facing interactions
  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally with Lending, Sales, Select, Operations, Remarketing, and Legal to align on Risk Strategies and Account resolution
  • Participate in Special Audits, Account reviews, or Enterprise-Level assessments as assigned
  • Maintain Detailed and accurate documentation of all Audits, Visits, and Communications using internal systems
  • Ensure full compliance with internal policies, audit standards, and Legal/Regulatory requirements

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Five (5) years in automotive, collections or financial services industry required
  • Familiarity with concepts, procedures and processes typically used in automotive and financial services industries, particularly in the Automotive Floorplan Industry
  • Proven Track record of working independently in High-Pressure, Field-Based roles with Minimal oversight
  • Strong knowledge of Dealership operations, Inventory controls, and financial systems
  • Valid Driver’s License and ability to travel extensively (Up to 85%) Across the US
  • Preferred Experience in Fraud Investigations, Credit Underwriting, and asset recovery
  • Preferred Familiarity with Dealership Management Systems such as Dealertrack, Frazer, or Reynold’s & Reynold’s
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
risk reviewsaudit inventory recordsfinancial statement analysissolvency assessmentdealership management systemsfraud investigationcredit underwritingasset recoveryinventory managementcompliance
Soft Skills
strategic advisingrelationship buildingoperational insightsprofessionalismcomposuretactcollaborationindependenceattention to detailcommunication
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreevalid driver’s license