Financial Operations Specialist (Logistics)

Ally Logistics•Kentwood, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and systems-driven Finance Operations Analyst to support key financial operations across the organization. This role will contribute to a range of responsibilities including risk monitoring, collections, vendor payment processing, and other finance-related operational activities. A core component of the position involves supporting professional agent onboarding and providing ongoing system and operational support, while partnering with the finance team to build and enhance automation, reporting, and data insights that improve efficiency and financial visibility. The ideal candidate is analytical, curious about systems and data, and motivated to identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen reporting, and drive continuous improvements across finance and operations. The Ally Logistics team is committed to hustling each day, because #HUSTLE means something more here. Our mission as a company is To Move Freight, Better. This mission bleeds into everything we do, as we are continually on a quest for better - better service, better communication, better culture, better technology, better growth. Click here to learn more about what it’s like to work at Ally Logistics.

Requirements

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in the logistics or 3PL industry (experience in business solutions or finance is a plus).
Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and coordinate finance initiatives across multiple stakeholders and departments in a fast paced, evolving organization and department.
Analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret data and produce actionable insights.
Understanding of core financial processes and how they support and impact broader business operations.
Systems-minded with a natural curiosity for technology and a willingness to learn and adopt new tools.
Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to solving problems and enhancing processes, systems, and financial transparency.
A cover letter is highly recommended, even if it's brief. Tell us why you are a fit!
Signing a non-compete agreement is NOT a pre-requisite for employment. However, we do require all employees to sign our standard non-solicit and confidentiality agreement.

Nice To Haves

experience in business solutions or finance is a plus

Responsibilities

Own billing, collections, and payment application for assigned accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Perform bank reconciliations and resolve unidentified payments across internal, customer, and bank records
Monitor account balances, aging, and credit limits to drive effective collections and reduce risk
Partner cross-functionally to resolve billing issues and maintain strong account health
Solve complex invoicing needs for new customers and agents, delivering high-quality support and guidance
Support commission and rebate processes with accurate validation and tracking
Analyze account performance (margins, fees, claims) to identify risks and improvement opportunities
Support audits, bank exams, and month-end close to ensure accurate, reliable reporting
Process vendor payments with strong controls and fraud prevention practices
Drive automation and process improvements to streamline billing, collections, and reporting
Develop SOPs and escalation paths to support consistent, scalable team execution

Benefits

Health / Dental / Vision Insurance Plans
401K Plan with Employer Match
Life Insurance Plan (100% employer paid)
PTO Plan (3 weeks PTO for new employees, grows with tenure)
6 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Free professional coaching through Boon Health
Baby-feeding support and on-site Lounge through Pumpspotting
Comprehensive training program
Commitment to defend employees who have signed predatory non-competes
Ongoing, in-house professional development
In-office gym complete with strength and cardio equipment as well as Peloton bikes
On-site snack machine
On-site golf simulator