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 20,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses in operation today. 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 managing the processing and payment of invoices, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely disbursement of funds. The Accounts Payable Associate will collaborate with vendors, internal teams, and management to maintain organized financial records, reconcile accounts, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the finance department. The Accounts Payable Associate will play a crucial part in supporting month-end closing activities, maintaining compliance with financial regulations, and providing accurate and timely financial data for decision-making.

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
• Process cost invoices in LN according to delegation of authority approval
• 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
• Ability to scan and index files in DocuWare System as needed
• Work hold report daily and 120-day non-matched receipt report throughout the month.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including ability to utilize computer accounting and spreadsheet programs; strong data entry skills
• Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards and compliance requirements
• Must be a self-starter with exceptional organizational skills and ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Ability to ensure confidentiality, attention to detail, and high degree of work accuracy, required
• Previous experience with ERP systems N4/LN, preferred
• Experience handling a high volume of assigned vendors, preferred

EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE:

• High School Diploma; associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, preferred
• 1 – 3 year’s 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;
• 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.

*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’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.

Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.