Senior Manager, Revenue Accounting

One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess is the world’s leading international premium cruise line and tour company, carrying millions of guests each year to hundreds of destinations around the globe.  We give our guests the Medallion Class experience others simply can’t. The Love Boat promises something for everyone. 

We are looking for a Sr Manager, Revenue Accounting. Provide leadership, training, and guidance to the Revenue Accounting team to ensure timely and accurate revenue reporting while optimizing the use of resources (people and systems) in alignment with corporate values, policies, and internal controls. Oversee the implementation of accounting treatment for new revenue initiatives, drive automation of accounting processes, and support the adoption of evolving accounting policies.

Here’s a summary of what Princess is looking for in the Sr Manager, Revenue Accounting.  Is this you? 

Responsibilities:

• Monthly Financial Preparation - Leads and oversees the month-end net ticket close process. Prepares and communicates month-end management reporting and analysis, directs balance sheet reconciliation reviews, and develops process improvements. Prepares schedules and provides responses to management and auditor inquiries related to financial matters.

• Financial Reporting and ad hoc analysis Oversee the preparation of ad hoc reports and supports special projects. Resolves issues and responds to inquiries related to accounting processes for Passenger Revenue, Other Revenue, Customer Deposits, and associated balance sheet accounts. Collaborate with Finance and Operations teams to establish and maintain process standards and ensure timely, accurate reporting.

• Revenue Accounting Workflows/Systems Development – Provides strategic guidance to the team to ensure revenue-related systems and workflows (e.g., POLAR, Oracle GL) operate effectively and deliver accurate, timely outputs. Leads the design, development, and implementation of system enhancements, ensuring appropriate testing and validation of changes.

• Staff Development/ Management - Establishes and monitors team priorities, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives. Provides coaching, training, and timely resolution of staff inquiries and issues. Manages performance by conducting evaluations, delivering constructive feedback, addressing performance concerns, and recognizing employee contributions.

• Corporate Culture Management/Support - Serves as a role model for corporate culture and core values. Promotes a culture of accountability, collaboration, and service excellence by coaching staff to embody and reinforce organizational values in their daily work.

• SOX and Internal Controls Management - Oversees revenue-related internal controls and ensures compliance with SOX requirements. Performs and/or reviews control testing, certifies controls as required, and provides supporting documentation to internal and external auditors.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Scope: Demonstrates in-depth understanding of internal revenue systems and their impact on revenue recognition in accordance with Corporate policy and GAAP. Builds strong cross-functional relationships and effectively analyzes financial data to support accurate reporting and informed decision-making. Identifies issues proactively and develops innovative solutions to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement. Maintains strong organizational skills and performs effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Problem solving: Supports the team in investigating account reconciliation variances, analyzing large and complex data sets, and executing operational objectives within established accounting guidelines and system limitations.

• Impact: Exercises sound judgment in day-to-day operational decision-making to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of business processes, contributing to the achievement of broader organizational objectives.

• Leadership: Leads, develops, and motivates a team to perform at a high level. Partners with Accounting, Finance, and Operations teams to effectively communicate accounting processes, policies, and guidelines. Represents the function in presentations and discussions with senior leadership, including the CFO and Controller.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

• CPA or MBA preferred

• 7+ Years accounting management experience

• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Experience evaluating and improving financial processes 

• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of computerized accounting systems

Travel:   No or very little travel likely

Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

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 “in-office.”  As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Princess office in South Florida Monday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Fridays.  Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area. 

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Princess provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

What You Can Expect  

• Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your Family 
• Health Benefits 
• 401(k)  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan  
• Training & Professional Development 
• Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement 
• Rewards & Incentives  

Our Culture… Stronger Together 

Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees.  Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at: princess.com/en-us/company-information 

Princess is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

Princess will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws.  If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact careers@carnival.com. 

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