Inside Sales Associate

Fora Financial; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Gym reimbursement

Life insurance

Generous paid time off

Flexible spending account

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Fora Financial’s Inside Sales Associate role welcomes entry-level professionals ready to train, grow, and advance into high-income sales. You’ll learn a consultative approach, manage inbound leads, and use Salesforce to track progress while aiming for rapid promotion.

The position offers a structured training program, ongoing coaching, and a clear path to senior roles. Base salary starts at $50,000 with commission, and top performers can earn significantly more.

Qualifications

• Entry-level professionals with a desire to learn and grow in sales.
• Ability to learn consultative selling and build rapport over the phone.
• Willingness to be coached and advance through performance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for small business owners across the country, helping them explore working capital solutions tailored to their business goals.
• Learn and apply a consultative sales approach while honing your communication and active listening skills.
• Manage a steady stream of inbound leads using Salesforce to track pipeline activity and follow-ups.
• Participate in our structured Sales & Development Training Program to accelerate knowledge and confidence.
• Collaborate daily with a team of leaders and colleagues invested in your growth.

Skills

Inbound lead management

Salesforce

Consultative selling

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Launch Your Sales Career. Learn. Earn. Advance. – Career Track to High Six-Figure Earnings

At Fora Financial, we’re not just offering a job—we’re offering a launchpad. Our Inside Sales Associate role is designed specifically for entry‑level professionals who are ready to train, grow, and rise quickly into a high‑impact, high‑income sales role.

In this role, you'll receive intensive hands‑on training from top‑performing sales leaders, giving you the tools and real‑time experience to succeed. This is your opportunity to learn sales the right way, from the ground up, with an average path to promotion as early as 6–12 months.

What You’ll Do as an Inside Sales Associate

• Serve as the first point of contact for small business owners across the country, helping them explore working capital solutions tailored to their business goals
• Learn and apply a consultative sales approach while honing your communication and active listening skills
• Manage a steady stream of inbound leads (no cold calling), using Salesforce to track pipeline activity and follow‑ups
• Participate in our structured Sales & Development Training Program, designed to accelerate your knowledge, confidence, and sales effectiveness
• Collaborate daily with a team of supportive leaders and colleagues who are invested in your growth
• Start base salary: $50,000, plus commission (average ~$2,000/month during initial ramp‑up, with top performers earning up to $5,000/month commission)
• Promotion opportunity: Top performers can be promoted to Capital Specialist within 6–12 months on average, if targets are met and deals are closed from start to finish, unlocking a significant increase in earning potential
• Performance‑based bonuses, weekly and monthly contests, and team incentives
• Ongoing coaching from senior leaders, plus access to internal training programs and e‑learning
• Fun, driven office culture with team events, happy hours, and more
• Complimentary breakfast, snacks, and weekly lunch in the office
• Hybrid work option (1 day remote per week)

What We’re Looking For

• Hungry to learn and build a successful career in sales
• Coachable, with a growth mindset and strong work ethic
• Highly motivated by financial success and long‑term advancement
• Great at listening, asking smart questions, and building rapport over the phone
• Confident, articulate, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment

Fora Financial is a technology‑enabled, leading provider of flexible financing to small and medium‑sized businesses. Since 2008, we have supported more than 55,000 merchants nationwide, delivering capital in as little as 24 hours.

Benefits of Working for Fora Financial

• Opportunity for advancement
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Gym reimbursement for employees on medical plans
• Life insurance at no cost to employees
• Generous time‑off plan
• Flexible spending and commuter benefits

Fora Financial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law. Fora Financial provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodations due to a disability during the application process, please contact [e-mail].