Finance Manager/Sales Administrator

Description

Lyle Machinery Co. is a family-owned and operated equipment dealer headquartered in Richland, Mississippi. With over 230 dedicated employees across five states, we have proudly served the construction, pipeline, energy, forestry, utility, mining and other industries for more than 60 years. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our partnerships with world-class equipment brands such as Komatsu, Bobcat, Hitachi, Sennebogen, and many others.

At Lyle Machinery, being family-owned means more than tradition—it means placing a high value on our people. We strive to create a workplace that fosters integrity, teamwork, and professional growth, because we believe that taking care of our team is the first step in taking care of our customers. As an industry leader, we take pride not only in what we do, but in how we do it—with a focus on quality, service, and lasting relationships.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Finance Manager / Sales Administrator supports equipment sales through financing coordination, documentation, inventory tracking, and administrative oversight. This role works closely with sales, accounting, lenders, and OEM partners to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of equipment transactions.

GENERAL DUTIES: 

• Submit credit applications for finance approval. Document deals from initiation to funding.
• Monitor transactions in the pipeline and provide timely reports to sales and management regarding status and any anticipated changes to expected timing

· Make inventory count sheets monthly for locations and reconcile when stores send them back

· Track equipment inventory levels and order as needed

· Generate invoices, internal documents, financial documents, and delivery reports for sales signatures

• Create deal sheets and close deals
• Returned signed paperwork to finance company and manufacturers
• Process and coordinate with accounting floorplan invoices
• Work with OEMs to take advantage of promotions and discounts
• Update and maintain the commission reports 
• Purchase warranties from manufacturers 
• Send data to manufacturers for credit, as needed. 
• Research and present deals that have not been funded or issues resolved
• Perform invoice reconciliation as needed in coordination with accounting
• Assist sales staff with administrative tasks, including but not limited to issuing contracts, preparing packets, and providing marketing tools

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree preferred

· Ideal candidate should have at least four (4) years of experience working in finance

· Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge

· Proven ability to develop relationships with individuals at all levels internally and externally, and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant

· Proficient analytical and management skills

· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate to various people and backgrounds

** This job description outlines the general nature and level or work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties may be modified to meet business needs.