Accounts Payable Associate presso Blue Bird Corporation

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 Accounting Supervisor, this role is responsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical support by ensuring payments are completed and expenses are controlled by receiving payments, processing, verifying and reconciling invoices according to established policies and procedures in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage invoice problems with receiving, pricing, and other issues
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors
• Communicate with vendors daily on statements and past due invoices
• Consistently pay all assigned vendor invoices according to invoice terms
• Provide accurate and effective document preparation and records management relative to the AP function in accordance with records retention policies and delegation of authority approvals
• Work hold report daily, release 120-day non-matched receipts monthly and reconcile every 30 days at minimum
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR SUCCESS

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Thorough understanding of accounts payable function
• Excellent analytical skill
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to hit deadlines without fail
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience

WE VALUE

• Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters
• Effective communication and ability to communicate complex compensation details in a clear manner
• 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

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Blue Bird® is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We strive to have the best available talent in every job based on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities each person brings.  Blue Bird is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination in all forms.

All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

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