Company: America Steel Trade Corporation About Us: America Steel Trade Corporation is an international trading company headquartered in North Miami, Florida. AST specializes in sourcing, exporting/importing, and distributing commodities to the North, Central and South American Markets. The Trade Finance Specialist plays a pivotal role in facilitating international trade transactions by ensuring the efficient processing and management of trade finance products. This position requires a deep understanding of global trade practices, financial instruments, and compliance regulations. Key Responsibilities: - Process and manage a variety of trade finance transactions including letters of credit, documentary collections, and open account transactions. - Review financial statements of customers and analyze creditworthiness - Prepare company internal financial statements and make sure all invoices are in orders - Ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations and company policies. - Review and validate trade documentation, including invoices, bills of lading, and certificates of origin, to ensure compliance with international trade regulations. - Act as the primary point of contact for clients involved in trade finance entities. - Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, operations, and compliance, to ensure seamless execution of trade finance transactions. - Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and potential risks in global trade finance. - Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making. - Regular reporting on cash and facility usage, including review of bank costs, products and contracts. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, International Business, or a related field. (Master's degree or relevant certifications are a plus). - Minimum of 5 years of experience in trade finance operations and/or banks operations. - Accounting skills are mandatory - Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess and mitigate risks. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. - Good understanding of the Commodity Trade Finance Business, including, but not limited to, Letters of Credit, Factoring, Trade Guarantees, Bonds, Collections, ARP, Supplier finance. - Fluent in English required; proficiency in Spanish is a plus. Benefits: - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. - Yearly bonuses. - 8 holidays per year - Vacation time. - Remote job - Training opportunities. Pay: From €1,133.00 per month Application Question(s): - Do you have experience with processing and managing trade finance transactions such as letters of credit, documentary collections, and open account transactions? - Have you reviewed financial statements to assess the creditworthiness of customers in your previous roles? Education: - Bachelor's (preferred) Experience: - trade finance operations or banks operations: 5 years (required) Language: - English (required)