Staff Accountant

Holland America Group•Miami, FL

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the annual operating plan and quarterly forecast processes while managing key month‑end close activities for Corporate Support. Core responsibilities include preparing journal entries, completing balance sheet reconciliations, and producing internal reports. The role requires strong accounting expertise, a professional presence, and excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Scope: The Staff Accountant supports Corporate Support's financial planning/forecasting and accounting activities, contributing directly to the annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, and Corporate Support month‑end close processes. The role interacts with multiple departments across the business, ensuring accurate financial data, timely reporting, and adherence to accounting standards. This position influences corporate functions by maintaining reliable financial information that supports decision‑making across the organization. Problem solving: The role requires strong analytical capabilities to interpret financial data, identify variances, and resolve discrepancies within tight deadlines. The Staff Accountant must evaluate information, anticipate potential issues in financial processes, and develop practical, solutions‑oriented recommendations. This includes researching accounting questions, improving processes, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records under varying business conditions. Impact: The Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the quality and reliability of financial information used across the organization. Accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reports directly support leadership’s ability to make informed decisions. The role upholds accounting standards, strengthens internal controls, and contributes to the overall financial health and operational efficiency of the business. Leadership: While the role may not include direct supervisory responsibilities, it requires strong leadership qualities in managing processes, coordinating with cross‑functional teams, and upholding high standards of accuracy and integrity. The Staff Accountant must demonstrate professionalism, effective communication, and the ability to guide others through financial procedures. The position also requires managing workload peaks, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining accountability for timely, high‑quality deliverables.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (Accounting)
1–2 years of accounting experience, ideally in a public accounting firm or comparable environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality work.
Dedicated to the timely delivery of accurate and reliable financial outputs.
Strong process orientation with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Creative, solutions‑oriented thinker with the ability to navigate issues.
Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to evaluate information quickly to support rapid decision‑making.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative communication style.
Highly organized, tenacious in meeting deadlines, and capable of managing peak workloads.
Uncompromising personal integrity and a high level of respect for individuals at all levels.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or similar certification
Experience with Oracle Financial Systems
Experience with Hyperion Essbase
Experience with BlackLine

Responsibilities

Preparation of journal entries
Balance sheet reconciliations
Assistance of the Corporate Support annual operating plan and the quarterly forecasting.
Assistance with accounting needs of Corporate Support departments & Ad-hoc analysis and transactional research.

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
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
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.
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