Accounting Manager

Company:  Carnival Cruise Line
Location: Miami
Closing Date: 02/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Job DescriptionThe Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing various areas for Carnival Corporation & plc's globally developed and operated ports as well as projects under development. Including but not limited to: Fixed Assets and General accounting. This individual will work with multi-national teams and will also interact with Global Accounting and Reporting, Treasury, Tax, Risk Management and Financial Technology departments. This position will provide support for joint venture reporting as well as joint venture funding. This individual will help draft policies for the Global Ports Group. The individual in this role is expected to take ownership and be accountable for deliverables and be a key contributor to our continuous process improvement and robust internal control philosophy. This position will play an integral role in the month-end closing and reporting process, review of Balance Sheet reconciliations and journal entries, and support the oversight of the Bahamas Operations. This individual will prepare quarterly disclosure checklists as well as the Bahamas Ports Checklist. The qualified candidate is an experienced accounting professional who is innovative, has proven people leadership skills, and strong communication skills. The candidate needs to excel in a fast paced and tight timeline environment. A high level of self-sufficiency and the ability to work through problems is critical for success.Essential Functions:Monthly review of journal entries and Balance Sheet reconciliations, including ensuring all entries are supported by appropriate documentation and in accordance with GAAP. May include preparation and ownership of specific journal entries and Balance Sheet reconciliations.Support the oversight of the Bahamas Operations including Accounting, Reporting, and Compliance.Monitor compliance with fiscal requirements, global and local policies and procedures. Including internal controls. May include updating or creating new policies and controls as needed.Perform routine financial statement analysis to assist in ensuring financial statements are of the highest quality and perform other accounting & reporting tasks as required/requested. Assist in the preparation and review of monthly financial information required for internal reporting.Preparation of the Quarterly Disclosure Checklist and the Bahamas Ports Checklist.Support and oversight of joint venture reporting and funding.Various administrative accounting responsibilities (i.e., requesting modification thru Financial Applications Support Ticketing Tool, maintenance of system generated entries, etc.).Assist management with ad hoc requests and special projects as needed. Such as the implementation of Oracle Fixed Asset Module across all our ports.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field of studyCertified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification is requiredMinimum 5 years of Accounting or related experience, supervisor/management experience a plusMust have strong Microsoft Excel as well as a proficient knowledge of other Microsoft applications. Oracle, Blackline and Hyperion knowledge is highly desirable.Fluent in reading and speaking in Spanish a plus. Ability to lead a team of 1-2 direct reports.Industry knowledge a plusKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Both intelligent and practical; possessing the ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced environment. Must be detail-oriented in document review or preparation; but also an innovative and strategic thinker to help realize potential process efficiencies. Tenacious in meeting deadlines and adept at managing peak workloads. Must be self-motivated and be able to handle several functions at one time by being very well organized as the position will be required to simultaneously manage several projects. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, in English, with all levels of staff and management. Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative communication style. Uncompromising personal integrity, as well as a high level of respect for all individuals. Ability to easily adapt to changing priorities and unforeseen obstacles to achieving objectives. Must be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Must be able to respond calmly and make rational decisions.Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.Travel: Less than 25% non-shipboard travel likelyWork Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.Work Location: This position is classified as “in-office.” As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Mondays and Fridays. Candidates must be in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.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 plansEmployee Assistance Program and other mental health resourcesAdditional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverageFinancial Benefits:401(k) plan that includes a company matchEmployee Stock Purchase planPaid Time OffHolidays – 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 BenefitsComplementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friendsPersonal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursementOn-site preschool program and wellness center at our Miami campus#LI-Hybrid#LI-SR1About UsIn 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 Corporation & plc is a global cruise company and one of the largest vacation companies in the world. Our portfolio of leading cruise brands includes Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Seabourn in North America; P&O Cruises, and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; AIDA in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe; and P&O Cruises in Australia. 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 andsustainability 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.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.Benefits as a member of Carnival's Team:A comprehensive benefit program which includes medical, dental and vision plansAdditional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage and a 401(k) plan that includes a company matchEmployee Stock Purchase planPaid vacation and sick timeCruise benefitsAn on-site fully accredited preschool educational program located at our Doral campusAn on-site Wellness Center and Health clinic at our Doral campusTo view a copy of Carnival's FMLA, EEO and EPPA posters please visit: (click or copy and paste link into your browser). gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/ files/fmlaen.pdf gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters /pdf/eeopost.pdf gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/ files/eppac.pdf // gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters /pdf/OFCCP EEO Supplement Fi nal JRF QA 508c.pdf

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