Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Additional Information
Certification
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Orlando -E Benavides

Champlin

Summary

Customer-focused professional with a successful 20 plus year career in Management . Ready to help a team achieve company goals. Very dynamic , successful, honest and hard working individual. Result driven in a busy business automotive environment.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Fleet Service Advisor Lead Service Advisor

New Brighton Ford
12.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and reviewed federal and state income tax returns in accordance with applicable tax laws.
  • Maintained primary relationship accountability for clients, overall servicing responsibility and client satisfaction to maximize profitability of client relationships.
  • Worked with individuals, trusts and companies to manage tax compliance and reporting needs.
  • TP3 certification. Assisted training new tax professional ...opened and closed store fronts for the season.
  • Made repair recommendations and managed delivery of repairs by setting and managing customer expectations.
  • Promoted sales of appropriate services, parts and accessories by accurately identifying customer's service needs.
  • Increased productivity with effective team leadership, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and available resources.
  • Advised customers on care of vehicle and value of maintaining vehicle in accordance with manufacturers' specifications.
  • Participated in continuous training programs to stay current on industry advancements and provide optimal service strategies for clients'' fleets.
  • Exceeded monthly goals and hit Customer Service Index targets month over month..
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.

Automotive Service Manager Quicklane Manager.

Ford Motor Co
06.2015 - 12.2022

Managed the quick lane operations, hired and trained all new service technicians....excelled in the customer satisfaction experience

  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff members to meet business goals. Consistently had our QL team have one of the highest CR scores in the upper midwest.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
  • Monitored service staff performance and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Achieved 50% increase in productivity in fixed operations, parts and service department.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Increased productivity from a 30 car daily operation to a 50 car operation. exceeded company goals. Successfully made the Quicklane into one of the top performers in the upper midwest.

Assistant Operations Manager

P&L Automotive
05.2011 - 06.2015
  • Assisted with facility scheduling and customer service.
  • Assisted operations manager with planning of routine operations and special projects.
  • Solved problems timely and effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Managed 50 employees turned a 40 car operation to a 65 car operation
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.

Tax Manager

H&r Block
10.2006 - 04.2011
  • Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state and federal levels.
  • Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
  • Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
  • Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations and write-ups for organizations and entities.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.

Parts Coordinator General Motors SPO

General Motors
05.1996 - 06.2006
  • Checked shipments against paperwork and signed documents.
  • Supervised and trained staff on product knowledge and customer service.
  • Facilitated receiving and shipping and loading and unloading of goods, transferring products to designated storage sites.
  • Processed and restocked returns.
  • Ordered parts for customers, repair shops, and service departments .

Senior Tax Manager

Jackson Hewitt
11.2022 - Current
  • Computed tax depreciation rates on business assets like technology and vehicles.
  • Completed in-depth research into tax issues affecting [Type] activities to offer expert advice and accurately prepare submissions.
  • Taught junior staff how to prepare statements, resolve discrepancies and maximize efficiency.
  • Reviewed financial reports to correctly ascertain taxation and statement requirements.

Education

Accounting And Business Management

Morton College
Cicero, IL
09.2000

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Schedule Preparation
  • Customer Service
  • Employee Relationships
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Train Workers
  • Automotive Knowledge
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Vehicle diagnostics
  • Service scheduling
  • Fleet management software

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Additional Information

Professional Reference : Mike Shoemaker Ford Parts and Service Director. 612-791-3196 mshoe777@aol.com

....Duane Olson. Quick lane Training Manager 507-298-7368....Claudia Holmberg Training Manager. 651-276-9623 claudiaholmberg@gmail.com .. I have letters of recommendation from past employers if needed.

Certification

Ford University Certification

Michelin learning Institute Certification

  • Accredited Tax Preparer (ATP) - Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation.
  • Certified Sales Professional (CSP)

Timeline

Fleet Service Advisor Lead Service Advisor

New Brighton Ford
12.2023 - Current

Senior Tax Manager

Jackson Hewitt
11.2022 - Current

Automotive Service Manager Quicklane Manager.

Ford Motor Co
06.2015 - 12.2022

Assistant Operations Manager

P&L Automotive
05.2011 - 06.2015

Tax Manager

H&r Block
10.2006 - 04.2011

Parts Coordinator General Motors SPO

General Motors
05.1996 - 06.2006

Accounting And Business Management

Morton College
Orlando -E Benavides