Sr. Accountant

The Senior Accountant plays a critical role within Global Port & Destination Development Group (GPDDG) Accounting team.  This position is responsible for timely and accurate accounting for our Global Ports and Head Offices activities. Additionally, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for the monthly preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, payroll, funds requisitions and transfers, compilation of data for Bahamas VAT filing as well as preparing quarterly and annual deliverables for external reporting needs. 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. The qualified candidate is an experienced accounting professional who is innovative, has proven people leadership skills, and strong technical skills. 

Essential Functions:

• Month end close:  prepare and process journal entries for Head Offices as well as reviewing journal entries from port Controllers ensuring all supporting documentation is properly included. Balance Sheet and Income Statement review.
• Review operating ports fund requisitions and related bank transfer requests, prepare wire payments for Head Office and review ports payroll reports. 
• Lead the preparation and review of monthly financial results package; required for internal reporting. Assist in preparing quarter and year end deliverables required for external reporting purposes
• Monthly variance analysis on relevant balance sheet and income statement accounts 
• Prepare and review Balance Sheet reconciliations. Responsible for the Balance Sheet reconciliation process for the group to ensure timely submission and proper account information.
• Responsible for the vendor and supplier creation process for the group. Liaise with CCL AP department, Treasury and Global Supplier Maintenance department.
• Compiling VAT data (VAT on Sales, Expenses, Capital Projects) for current operations in the Bahamas on a monthly and quarterly basis. 
• Assist management with ad hoc requests and projects as needed.
• Provide support for audit requests and processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in  Accounting or related field of study
• Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification is preferred
• 3-5 years of high volume accounting experience.   
• Must have strong Microsoft Excel as well as a proficient knowledge of other Microsoft applications. Oracle, Hyperion Essbase and Blackline knowledge is highly desirable. 
• Must be fluent in speaking and writing in Spanish. Proactive and solutions oriented. Tenacious in meeting deadline. Exceptional analytical and organizational skills. Uncompromising work ethic and teamwork oriented. 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field of study.   
• High volume accounting experience; industry experience is a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of US GAAP and IFRS. 
• Ability to research and reconcile difficult accounts.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, think creatively, and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to learn and adapt to change.
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to consistently meet assigned deadlines.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management.         
• Strong work ethic with the ability and flexibility to work extended hours during critical periods such as month and year-end and remittance deadlines.

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% with shipboard travel likely

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

The range for this role’s base salary is $60,600 - $102,000.  Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.  

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