Senior Accountant - 11984

Job Description

Position Summary

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We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Sr. Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This position will play an important role in supporting the company’s day-to-day accounting operations, month-end closing, account reconciliations, financial and management reporting, and overall accuracy of the general ledger.

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The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge and analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience within the cruise, travel, hospitality, or tourism industry is highly preferred but not required.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Perform general ledger accounting activities, including preparing and posting journal entries and maintaining supporting documentation
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• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and research and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
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• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
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• Analyze accounts activity for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification
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• Assist with the preparation and analysis of financial statements.
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• Design and implement internal management reports
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• Perform variance analysis and investigate unusual or unexpected account activity
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• Maintain schedules for accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts
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• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed, including researching discrepancies and reconciling accounts
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• Support intercompany accounting and reconciliations, as applicable
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• Assist with external audits and provide requested schedules, documentation, and supporting information
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• Ensure accounting transactions and documentation comply with company policies, internal controls, and established accounting procedures
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• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies
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• Partner with Finance team members and other departments to resolve accounting issues and ensure accurate financial information
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• Assist with special projects, reporting, and other accounting responsibilities as assigned
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
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• Minimum of 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including experience in a Senior Staff Accountant or similar role
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• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and GAAP. NetSuite experience strongly preferred
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• Demonstrated experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies
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• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
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• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience working with large data sets and experience with Power Query is desirable
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• Experience with accounting/ERP systems required
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• Strong written and verbal communication skills
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• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience working within an international, multi-entity organization
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• Experience accounting for transactions involving multiple currencies, including foreign currency transactions, reconciliations, and exchange-rate considerations
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• Experience supporting external audits and year-end financial reporting
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• Experience within the cruise, travel, hospitality, or tourism industry highly preferred
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CPA or progress toward CPA certification is a plus but not required