Rental Operations Analyst

Alta•Livonia, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Alta Equipment Group - Material Handling is seeking a full-time Rental Operations Analyst for our Livonia, MI headquarters. The Rental Data Specialist ensures the accuracy, organization, and usability of rental operational data while supporting administrative coordination for the rental leadership team. This role works directly inside business systems to maintain records, process transactions, and validate operational activity. The position builds reliable reporting by cleaning and analyzing data, identifying trends that impact utilization and performance, and supporting SOX compliance and internal audit requirements. This is an operational and analytical role combining system transaction processing, data governance, reporting, and coordination support. The primary responsibilities of the position consist of, but are not limited to: System Transactions and Record Maintenance Update and maintain equipment and contract records in the ERP system Process purchases, receiving, and inventory adjustments Process sales and write-offs with proper documentation Create and maintain work orders Maintain preventive maintenance (PM) records and schedules Correct data errors at the source to prevent reporting inaccuracies Ensure operational activity is reflected accurately in system records Data Management and Oversight Extract data from business systems and databases Clean, standardize, and validate operational data Monitor accuracy across contracts, billing, equipment status, and rates Identify root causes of recurring data issues and implement corrections Maintain data definitions, documentation, and reporting standards Support data governance and control processes Reporting and Analytics Build and maintain recurring operational and financial reports Analyze utilization, downtime, billing accuracy, and rate performance Create dashboards and visualizations in Power BI Translate data into operational insights and recommendations Support leadership with ad-hoc analysis and forecasting Systems Support Work across ERP and business platforms to retrieve and validate information Partner with branches and departments to resolve discrepancies Support adoption of proper data entry processes SOX and Audit Support Assist with SOX control documentation and testing support Provide data and reporting requested by Internal Audit Validate control execution and identify process gaps Maintain audit trails and evidence for compliance reviews Participate in remediation and process improvement efforts Administrative and Operational Coordination Schedule meetings and manage department calendars Coordinate leadership meetings and prepare materials Track projects, action items, and follow-ups Order meals and coordinate logistics for meetings and events Support special projects and department initiatives Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Consistent, regular, and reliable attendance including being ready for work at the designated start time.

Requirements

Expert level Microsoft Excel
Complex formulas and nested functions
Pivot tables and large dataset management
Data validation and auditing
Power Query strongly preferred
Intermediate Power BI experience
Data modeling fundamentals
Report publishing and maintenance
Experience transacting within business or ERP systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail
Experience with Infor and Microsoft Dynamics 365 highly preferred
Equipment rental, fleet, dealership, or operational industry background preferred but not required
Basic SQL knowledge would be a plus
Exposure to SOX controls or audit processes experience
Experience supporting operational leadership teams
4 years of overall experience preferred
Language Skills - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills - Basic: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
Reasoning Ability - Intermediate; Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills - E-Emphasys/eXtend systems

Nice To Haves

Power Query strongly preferred
Experience with Infor and Microsoft Dynamics 365 highly preferred
Equipment rental, fleet, dealership, or operational industry background preferred but not required
Basic SQL knowledge would be a plus