Analyst, Reporting & Analytics (AR)

Requirements:

• Associates degree in Business Finance Accounting Data Analytics or related field required. Bachelors degree preferred.
• 02 years of experience in Accounts Receivable accounting finance or data analysis (internship or relevant coursework acceptable).
• Basic understanding of accounts receivable processes including billing cash application aging and collections.
• A willingness to learn AR concepts reporting methodologies and internal controls.
• Experience working with financial or operational data and standard reports.
• Ability to analyze data identify trends and communicate findings clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables lookups basic formulas).
• Exposure to accounting or ERP systems (e.g. Oracle SAP QuickBooks) preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured reporting environment.
• Collaborative mindset with strong organizational and communication skills

Benefits & Perks:

401K with Company Match Health Insurance Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement 30% Employee Discount Employee Referral Bonuses.

UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 14000 team partners who serve 300000 business customer locations throughout the U.S. Canada and Europe.

We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazines Best Companies to Sell For list and recognized on Forbes magazines Platinum 400 Best Big Companies list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth theres never been a better time to join our team.

The Analyst I AR Reporting & Data Analysis supports the Central AR Reporting team by preparing validating and analyzing Accounts Receivable data and standard reports. This role serves as an entry-level analyst position responsible for ensuring data accuracy timeliness and consistency across routine AR reporting deliverables. The Analyst I partners with senior analysts supervisors and cross-functional teams to support cash flow management reporting compliance and operational insights through data analysis. This position provides foundational exposure to AR analytics reporting systems and financial controls with opportunities to develop analytical technical and business communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain daily weekly and monthly AR reports including aging reports cash application summaries open item listings and basic trend analysis.
• Assist in compiling quarterly and annual reporting deliverables under the guidance of senior analysts or the supervisor.
• Validate AR data for accuracy completeness and consistency identifying discrepancies and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Support cash forecasting and cash flow analysis by providing AR data inputs and summary analytics (e.g. aging movement delinquency trends).
• Assist with bad debt reserve analysis write-offs lost accounts bankruptcies and accrual support as assigned.
• Perform routine data reconciliations between AR sub-ledgers reporting tools and general ledger outputs.
• Utilize accounting systems reporting tools and Excel to analyze large datasets and prepare standardized reporting outputs.
• Respond to internal data and reporting requests ensuring timely delivery and adherence to reporting standards.
• Maintain documentation of reporting procedures data sources and process steps.
• Uphold data security confidentiality and compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.
• Participate in team training certifications and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Billing Credit Collections and Finance to support AR reporting needs.
• Support audit requests and documentation gathering as needed.