Overview

Hey there!

Bird launched micromobility. Now we’re shaping its future.

We’re Bird, and we’re on a mission to transform the way the world moves one ride at a time. Our products, services, and people share one common goal: to make cities more livable by empowering people and communities everywhere to move freely, discover new possibilities, and create a cleaner, more connected future. To cleaner air. To calmer streets. To cities built for people.

Who We Are

Bird is a global leader in micromobility, dedicated to shaping the future of urban movement. Our cleaner, affordable, and on-demand mobility solutions are available in over 200 cities worldwide.

We take a collaborative, community-first approach to micromobility. Bird partners closely with the cities in which it operates, leveraging our experience and safety-first technology to help them meet their shared mobility and climate goals and provide a reliable, affordable, and responsible transportation option for people who live and work there.

Our award-winning electric vehicles have empowered more than eighty-seven million rides in cities around the world and helped riders take carbon-free trips in more than 200 cities globally. And our teams are constantly pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo in pursuit of a brighter future.

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant role will be primarily responsible for the management of the month-end close process, managing daily accounting operations, and ensuring the regular maintenance of reconciliations of complex balance sheet accounts. It requires a highly detail-oriented professional who will proactively dig into the details to resolve discrepancies and issues to ensure accuracy across all transactions.

Responsibilities

  • Account Reconciliations: Regularly maintain reconciliations of complex balance sheet accounts, including accrued liabilities prepaid expenses, equity, and inventory/vehicles, ensuring each balance is supported by appropriate documentation and that reconciling items are investigated and resolved within the monthly close cycle
  • Reporting Package: Assist in the preparation of financial statements by gathering and analyzing information
  • Process Improvement: Drive development, implementation, and execution of new accounting processes and systems
  • Financial Analysis: Partner with FP&A to conduct deep-dive “Actual vs. Budget” and “Month-over-Month” analytical reviews to identify trends, anomalies, or potential errors
  • Management Reporting: Provide clear, concise comments that explain the “why” behind any variances for department heads and stakeholders.
  • Treasury Support: Collaborate with the Treasury Manager on bank reconciliations and transaction entry to ensure accurate cash reporting and liquidity management.
  • Ad hoc: Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned to support the evolving needs of the finance department

Must Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
  • 5+ years of progressive work experience
  • Strong proficiency with NetSuite or a similar ERP system
  • Strong proficiency with Excel

Highly Desired

  • CPA designationTarget Hiring US Salary Range: $74,100 – $88.100

Why Bird Matters

Every time you hop on a Bird, you’re helping build a more livable city. We focus on four core pillars that reflect the impact of every ride:

  • Freedom: We’re the bridge that connects you to every experience—simple, convenient, and stress-free. We give you the freedom to move without limits.
  • Exploration: We turn everyday trips into memorable experiences, sparking discovery and wonder as you connect with the world around you.
  • Community: Taking a Bird is an act of citizenship. We create a sense of belonging and unity, knowing that the richer our communities become, the richer our lives become.
  • Sustainability: Our electric vehicles reduce gas-powered car usage and lower carbon emissions. We enable responsible choices, creating tangible impact and driving progress toward a cleaner future.

Culture at Bird

We’re an ambitious, smart, and open-minded team that is passionate about our mission. Each day is unlike the last, as we’re constantly moving forward, challenging each other, and working together to create the future of micro-mobility.

Perks Up!

We want you to succeed and thrive here, so we offer a few sweet perks:

  • Plenty of time off to relax and recharge, plus a wellness resource to help you wind down.
  • A work-from-home stipend.
  • An employer-paid healthcare package.
  • Of course, Bird ride credits to get you where you need to be!

Bird is the world

Bird stands for a culture of inclusion. We celebrate different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives —encouraging everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We have a diverse environment that empowers our team to feel comfortable when they voice their opinions.

For these reasons and more, Bird is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics, and we are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

Sound like a place you’d like to work? Sweet. Let’s chat.