Staff Accountant
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for providing accounting and analytical support to the Accounting/Finance department. Prepare monthly general journal entries, schedules and provided analysis in support of quarterly reviews and annual audits.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare monthly general journal entries and provide accounting and analytical support to Management during the month end close process.
- Prepare BS account reconciliations such as prepaid, accruals, cash, A/R, unearned revenue and other liabilities/assets.
- Arrange schedules and analysis in support of monthly, quarterly reviews and annual audits as well as credit card/daily cash transactions.
- Support management by gaining a full understanding of the transactions processed in reservations/onboard revenue systems.
- Investigate and research discrepancies in the reservations/onboard revenue systems.
- Support management with special projects such as reservations/onboard revenue systems testing and process improvement.
- Perform other job-related functions as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
DEGREE TYPE: Bachelor's Degree
FIELD(S) OF STUDY: Accounting
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 2 years' experience in accounting, preferred but not required.
- Combined experience in public accounting and the private sector a plus.
COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:
- Must have strong analytical skills, good verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be PC literate and proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PowerPivot, PowerQuery, Essbase and MS Outlook.
- Working knowledge of PeopleSoft software or large company ERP systems a plus.
- Organizational skills are necessary due to the nature of compiling and retaining detailed information for audits.
- Ability to work extra hours during month end close and as needed.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:
- CPA or progress towards CPA preferred.