Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 25,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses sold. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird's complete product and service portfolio, visit www.blue-bird.com.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Accounting, the Corporate Accountant is responsible for handling various duties from general ledger reconciliation to month end close.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Gather information for special projects 
• Prepare financial management reports 
• Research miscellaneous account, accounting questions & miscellaneous mail
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with GAAP
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
• Assist with monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements
• Reconciliations and account analysis
• Assist with preparation and coordination of audits
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR SUCCESS

• Must be able to work independently 
•  Good communication skills 
• Good planning, organizing and coordinating skills
• Must be detail oriented 
•  Must be able to multi-task
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) 

BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• 3 years of experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• CPA, preferred

WE VALUE

• Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
• Strong project management skills. Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
• Ability to influence stakeholders
• Effective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.
• Flexible workspaces and work hours that help you unleash the best you.
• Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.

INCLUDES

• Continued Professional Development
• Benefits including medical, dental and eye insurance, 14 paid holidays, vacation time and 401k with match

Blue Bird’s winning culture is fueled by our ability to respect, encourage, celebrate and embrace the unique perspectives of all of our employees.  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer who is committed to providing all of our employees with a work environment free of discrimination or harassment.  We base our employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national, social or ethnic origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.  

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