Cash Applications & AR Services Administrator

at  UniFirst

The Cash Applications and AR Services Administrator serves as an integral member of a quality and service driven Financial Operations team whose focus ensures the timely and accurate processing of Cash Application related tasks and driving research and resolution to customer Accounts Receivable inquiries. This position requires an individual who possesses cash application and AR skills and experience within financial support models focused on high quality, accurate completion of tasks and delivered with a Service Excellence focused approach.
What you will be doing
Ensure accurate and timely application of customer payments while maintaining the data integrity for our customers’ accounts receivable profiles
Manage checks or wire payments in accordance with corporate policies and procedures
Interact cross-functionally with the Treasury Department for various depository banks and resolving potential errors and technical issues that can impact customer accounts

Partner with internal UniFirst Team Partners and customers to ensure the thorough and timely research and resolution of financial questions or concerns.

• Conduct transactional research to achieve resolution to account inquiries while maintaining consistent and excellent communication with team partners and customers

Provide excellent customer service via conducting, where necessary, detailed transactional research, obtain resolution, and effectively communicate and close the loop with team partners or customers in a timely manner
Work on continuous improvement initiatives that require cross-functional interaction with Corporate Treasury, Accounting, National Accounts, and the Corporate Service teams in support of the completion of required deliverables
Perform additional tasks as requested by Manager or Team Lead
Qualifications
Who you are
If career growth is a priority for you, UniFirst is the place to be! The Cash Applications Team is looking for individuals that are committed to excellent customer service, have a passion and desire to grow their career within finance, and are dedicated to being a great team player.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
1-3 years of relevant experience including exposure to accounting or finance, preferably within high volume settings
Key Competencies
Digital literacy
Experience with Microsoft Excel strongly preferred
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
Commitment to outstanding customer service, including the ability to effectively research and resolve customer inquiries
Outstanding communication (verbal, written & listening) skills, including the ability to effectively interact with customers, team partners, or vendors

Please refer the Job description for details