Finance Associate

Nuvocargo is reinventing the $2 trillion freight forwarding industry. We are a digital-first freight forwarder using a mix of technology and exceptional service to help companies seamlessly move products across the Americas, starting with the biggest trade lane in the world: Mexico USA cross-border trucking. We were named one of Fast Company’s 50 World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025 and ranked #1 in the logistics sector. As a Y Combinator Top Company, we’re building a world-class team and looking for top talent to join us on this exciting journey. ## The opportunity for you: This role offers a unique opportunity for seasoned professionals to lead and execute complex Accounts Receivable operations. You will be entrusted with customized accounts that demand a heightened level of expertise and precision. As a key member of the Finance team, you will be responsible for managing intricate financial tasks and supporting our mission to modernize the freight forwarding industry. ## What you'll do in a typical week: - Manage the Invoicing and Re-invoicing processes, including the creation and issuance of invoices to customers, adhering to each client's SOP. This extends to overseeing invoices directed to Associates' clients. - Oversee the Invoice Confirmation stage, handle confirmation receipt within client portfolios, and issue complementos de pago when applicable. - Conduct payment tracking, monitoring customer payments, and expertly navigating through complex scenarios to ensure timely receipt and resolution. - Address incidents involving higher complexity, serving as the initial point of escalation for Analysts and navigating escalation pathways for substantial client issues. - Provide management with regular updates on the status of outstanding payments and overall AR performance. - Monitor and analyze accounts receivable aging, identifying delinquent accounts, and taking necessary actions to resolve issues. - Undertake analysis and prepare reports encompassing accounts receivable aging, cash flow forecasting, and other pertinent financial metrics. - Communicate with customers, promptly responding to inquiries and resolving issues concerning invoicing and payment. - Participate in onboarding and implementation calls with clients, collaborating to map out processes and requirements, contributing to the comprehensive documentation of SOP and COP. - Acquire, apply, and adeptly adhere to area policies and processes, demonstrating enhanced domain and technical knowledge. - Participate in AR projects, executing assigned tasks and identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in Accounts Receivable (AR) operations. ## What you know: - 3 years of experience in finance, with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable. - Bachelor's degree related to the finance field or Bachelor's degree in Computer Systems with a proven record in billing and accounts receivable analysis. - Proven expertise in meticulous financial management within policies and processes. - Effective communication skills and problem-solving abilities. - 2-3 years of experience in SQL, Excel, and visual reporting tools like Tableau. ## Who you are: - Passionate about our 7 core values: Start with the customer, Velocity over everything, Raise the bar, Embrace the adventure together, Do more with less, Push back, then forward & Act like an owner. - Disciplined, organized, and capable of balancing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines. - Empathetic across cultures, able to work effectively with teams from diverse work cultures and geographies. - A strong communicator and listener, with the ability to synthesize information from various sources. - Collaborative and low ego, fostering cooperation and finding common ground in differing opinions. ## What we offer: - A unique & fun culture at the intersection of the freight and technology industries as well as between the USA and Latin American work cultures. - Above market salary, benefits, and a robust employee stock ownership program to make you an owner and partner of the business. - Remote-first location strategy and allows you to work from wherever. Hybrid office / work from home model that allows for flexibility and collaboration time in our Polanco / New York City office. Beautiful modern Polanco office space that is perfect for collaboration. - A chance to join the ground floor of a well-funded, fast-growing startup that is modernizing a trillion dollar industry critical to the global economy. Nuvocargo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We look forward to working with you!