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.

• 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. Provides schedules and responds to management and auditor inquiries related to financial matters.
• Financial Reporting & Ad Hoc Analysis – Oversees 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. Collaborates 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 concerns, and recognizing contributions.
• Corporate Culture Management – 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 & Internal Controls Management – Oversees revenue‑related internal controls and ensures compliance with SOX requirements. Performs and/or reviews control testing, certifies controls, and provides supporting documentation to internal and external auditors.

• 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.
• 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.

• 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…