Staff Accountant (Hybrid in South Florida)

Job Description

We are seeking a Financial Accounting Staff Accountant to support the fixed assets month-end closing, prepares account reconciliations, and engages in special projects throughout the month. In completing assigned tasks, this individual develops subject matter expertise in fixed assets, Oracle Assets, and other automated systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supports the month-end closing of the Oracle Assets module, including additions, retirements, transfers, depreciation, journal entries, and related reporting
• Prepares monthly account reconciliations and conducts follow up to clear reconciling items
• Assists in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior management
• Supports management in preparing required schedules for internal and external auditors
• Assists management in preparing quarterly and annual deliverables submitted to corporate
• Recommends and implements automation and other improvement initiatives to streamlining month-end, quarterly and annual close processes
• Perform other special projects and job-related functions, as assigned
• Works with operating groups to research and explain variances to forecast and plan
• Provides subject matter expertise assistance in assigned areas to management and operating units
• Position requires some weekend/evening work for monthly and quarterly closing

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance Preferred
• 2+ years of experience working in public or private accounting
• Experience with full-cycle accounting, month-end closing process and variance analysis required
• Solid understanding of GAAP and the ability to apply the concepts to specific situations
• Knowledge of accrual-based accounting
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner in a team-based environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use creative approaches to challenges
• Committed to identifying continuous improvement opportunities
• Solutions-oriented problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated sense of urgency in completing assignments
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and change in a dynamic environment
• Ability to prioritize workloads and meet tight deadlines
• Personal integrity, as well as a high level of respect for all individuals

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The range for this role's base salary is $45,000 - $63,800. Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival's discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

• Health Benefits:
  • Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
  • Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
  • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
  • Holidays - All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 7 company-wide holidays, plus an additional floating holiday to be taken at the employee's discretion.
  • Vacation Time - All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
  • Sick Time - All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
• Other Benefits
  • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
  • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
  • On-site preschool program, wellness center, and health clinic at our Miami campus

About Us

In addition to other duties/functions, this position requires full commitment and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns.

Carnival Cruise Line is the most popular cruise brand in North America and operates a fleet of ships designed to foster exceptionally safe, fun and memorable vacation experiences at an outstanding value. Our employees have a responsibility to be accountable for all actions. We consider the environment in all aspects of our business and have a responsibility to put safety and sustainability first. We live and share a positive attitude which is based on fostering an environment of inclusion, trust, a willingness to listen, openness and integrity. Doing this helps us to achieve our ultimate goal, which is to include FUN in everything we do! Speaking of fun, we are officially certified as a Great Place to Work aboard our ships as well as in our global corporate headquarters!

Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. In this regard, it does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and/or international law.

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