AP Staff Accountant

Job Summary Supporting Viking's Mississippi River cruise product, our Accounts Payable Staff Accountant is responsible for processing, reviewing, and reconciling invoices to ensure accurate and timely payment of vendors and business partners. The role helps maintain strong financial controls and efficient accounting operations. This is a hybrid position based in our Woodland Hills, CA office. You will be required to adhere to our hybrid work policy, working from our office Monday and Thursday plus one additional weekday on a weekly basis. Job Responsibilities Review, code, and process invoices, ensuring compliance with company policies and timely payment of vendors Analyze invoice and expense activity to accurately allocate costs across accounts and cost centers Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice, payment, and account discrepancies Reconcile corporate credit card activity and key balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other month-end close activities Support intercompany billing, transactions, and account reconciliations Maintain accurate accounting records, schedules, and supporting documentation Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for quarterly and annual audits Identify opportunities to improve payment processes, strengthen controls, and increase operational efficiency Assist with ERP enhancements, testing, and system-related accounting initiatives Support invoice approval workflows and provide guidance to business partners across the organization Handle sensitive financial information with a high degree of confidentiality Prepare ad hoc reporting, analysis, and special projects as needed Job Requirements 4+ years of Accounts Payable experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines Self-motivated problem solver who takes initiative and continuously looks for process improvements Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs, as well as Microsoft Word and general ledger systems Solid understanding of accounting principles, account reconciliations, and financial controls Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and commitment to quality work Collaborative team player with strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting multi-entity operations or hospitality, travel, tourism, or cruise industry organizations is a plus Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is preferred What We Offer You Highly competitive compensation plan. Hourly rate $34 - $38.50 per hour determined by a myriad of factors including, but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, and other relevant business considerations. Employees are eligible for annual discretionary bonus. 401(k) plan with company match. Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) Viking full-time regular employees working in the United States can purchase Viking shares through payroll deductions. Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance at a highly subsidized rate (some plans are fully paid by Viking). Accrue 15 paid vacation days, sick time accrual by state, and 6 paid holidays per year. Opportunity to take a free and/or discounted cruise. Highly subsidized gym membership. Discounts on theatres, theme parks, movie tickets, travel discounts through IATA membership and too many more discounts to name. Viking is a certified Great Place to Work company. This certification is a result of our commitment to excellence, integrity and our teams' outstanding contributions. About Viking Viking (NYSE: VIK) is a global leader in experiential travel with a fleet of more than 100 ships, exploring 21 rivers, fiveoceansand all seven continents. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine,Chairmanand CEO Torstein Hagen oftensaysViking offers experiences ForTheThinking Person™. Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans five years in a row by Condé Nast Travelerinthe 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a “World’sBest” by Travel + Leisure—no other travel company has simultaneously received such honorsbyboth publications. #J-18808-Ljbffr