Assistant Management Accountant

Carnival Corporation; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Management Accountant, where your expertise will contribute to a dynamic finance team. This role involves managing key accounting processes, providing valuable insights, and supporting initiatives to enhance efficiency. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to employee well-being, this position offers a unique chance to thrive in a collaborative environment. Enjoy the benefits of hybrid work and a supportive culture that values diversity and personal development. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday experiences.

Benefits

Employee Discounted Cruising

Minimum 25 Days Leave

Recognition Scheme

Regular Office Events

Learning and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in finance and accounting processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end accounting processes and reconciliations.
• Provide insights into accounting performance.

Skills

Excel

Accounting

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Education

Relevant Degree

Experience in Finance Environment

Tools

Oracle Financial Software

Job description

Job Description

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to bring fresh insights and expertise to our finance department.

Role overview

The Assistant Management Accountant is responsible for assisting with the end-to-end accounting and compliance processes associated with the CUK Accounting Team, ensuring that prime entries are accurately accounted for and controlled. This role will also provide ad-hoc technical accounting advice and project support as required, as well as supporting initiatives to streamline or automate processes to drive out inefficiencies and improve processes & performance.

This pivotal role will involve:

1. Accountability for assigned month-end accounting processes, including journal and balance sheet reconciliation preparation and scrutiny.
2. Ensuring accurate financial information is prepared to the required deadlines with due care and attention.
3. Providing insights into the drivers of accounting performance to enable Finance Business Partner teams and internal business customers to understand and control their areas of accountability.
4. Serving as a subject matter expert on cross-functional projects to enable the improvement, development, successful implementation, and business-as-usual (BAU) delivery of changes.

With professional study opportunities available after probation, this role is ideal for candidates looking to begin or advance their studies towards becoming a fully qualified accountant.

This role is positioned at CUK10 level within our organization and is available on a full-time, permanent basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.

Who We Are:

Carnival UK is a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our customers. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

What You'll Bring:

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:

• A relevant degree or experience working in a finance environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and/or a good level of application and system knowledge, including Oracle financial software, would be advantageous.

About You: The Ideal Candidate

You are more than just your CV. You're someone who brings:

• Resilience — an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Clear and concise communication — excellent verbal and written skills.
• A continuous improvement mindset — to identify and support efficient processes & improvements.

Application Guidance:

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you're passionate about finance and looking for an opportunity to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role in finance. It's about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here's what we offer:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers.
• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance, and holiday trading scheme.
• Recognition scheme with prizes and awards.
• Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events, and charity partner fundraisers.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.

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About Us

Holidays are one of life's greatest pleasures. Having the chance to relax, escape, and explore is a magical thing. And there is no better holiday than a cruise.

No one knows cruising like Carnival UK, where talented people from across the globe come together to create unforgettable holiday happiness. As part of the world's largest holiday travel and leisure company, we take enormous pride in bringing to life two of the most iconic brands from Britain's rich seafaring heritage, P&O Cruises and Cunard. Collectively they have been delivering unbridled joy, boundless adventure, and lifelong memories to millions of people for over 350 years. And in a multi-million pound global holiday market, where cruising has barely scratched the surface, we have the opportunity to do that for many, many more people.

Our diverse yet tight-knit teams share high standards, heartfelt values, and passion for our purpose. Our Culture Essentials describe the expectations we have for ourselves and each other, in building a culture that supports safe, sustainable, compliant operations, and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion.

It's through the successful delivery of these extraordinary travel experiences for our target markets and our distinctive culture that we hope to become Travel's Employer of Choice.