Accounting Clerk

The Accounting Clerk supports the Fleet accounting team by engaging in all aspects of the department's full cycle accounting process which includes: preparing journal entries during the month-end close, working on account reconciliations and following up to resolve issues as necessary.  Cross trains with others to provide adequate backup to the department.  Works in conjunction with other finance and CCL business teams as required. The accounting clerk is responsible for processing transactions to support the accurate recording of Onboard Revenue Accounting and Fleet General Accounting transactions.  Such transactions include preparing and uploading journal entries related to onboard revenue, shipboard cash activity and other shipboard transactions, maintenance of 3rd party concession revenue schedules, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and follow up to clear reconciling items.

• Perform Onboard Revenue JEA voyage validation/reconciliations

• Prepare journal entries and accruals during month-end closings (onboard revenues, operating costs and other). Perform

• upload process to Oracle

• Communicate with operating groups to research and explain variances

• Audit Concession/third party revenue settlements

• Support management in preparing required schedules for internal and external auditors.

• Prepare and process monthly/quarterly sales tax returns

• Research and validate ATM disputes

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Scope: Collaborate with both Shoreside and Shipboard; CCL only

• Problem Solving: The Accounting Clerk will need to work independently and report progress to direct supervisor.  Requires ability to make sound decisions and degree of professional judgment.   For example, position will need to be able to deal with system generated issues and work with help desk and/or other resources to resolve them.

• Impact: As an Accounting Clerk, the incumbent must have knowledge of general accounting practices and procedures and perform under the accounting guidelines of the Company.  The incumbent generally relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Within the accounting discipline, the role upholds established standards through consistent application of accounting principles, proper documentation, and adherence to internal controls.        

• Leadership: N/A

Essential/Minimum qualifications:

• Knowledge of or ability to learn Oracle Financials or other related financial software.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate-level skills in Excel to perform analysis using pivot and lookup tables.

• Knowledge of accrual-based accounting.

• Strong analytical skills with ability to work in a collaborative manner in a fast-paced team-based environment.

• Good verbal and written communication 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.            

Essential experience required

• Associates Degree required 

• 2+ years of experience working in Accounting field or in a related area

Travel: No or very little travel likely

Work Conditions: Work beyond normal business hours or on weekends may be required occasionally to support business needs, projects, or operations.

Physical Demands. Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

This position is classified as “remote.”  As a remote role, it allows employees to work full-time from their home. It may also require regular travel to Carnival headquarters in Miami, FL for in-office collaboration.  Sourcing of candidates is primarily done in Carnival’s remote hubs of Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Houston, and Dallas.  If the search is extended past those areas, candidates must be located in one of the following U.S. states:  FL, GA, TX and NC 

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 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays 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 Fitness center at our Miami campus 

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