Financial Controller

pb**THIS POSITION IS ONBOARD** /b /ppbr/ppThe Financial Controller leads the ship in all areas of fiscal responsibility and procedural compliance of the ship's financial operation, focusing on the effective and accurate exchange of financial information between Shipboard Financial Operations, Operations Accounting and Finance Administration; maintains the company’s integrity of all shipboard accounting and audit procedures relating to the complete payroll process, cash payments, credit card processing, fraud prevention, revenue reporting, expenditure reporting, and shipboard forecasts; manages the functions of the Crew Payroll Manager, 2nd Purser Payroll, Guest Accounts Purser and Apprentice Pursers. The Financial Controller continuously strives to exceed hospitality industry standards in the delivery of the highest level of service possible while ensuring complete guest and team satisfaction. /ppbr/ppbDuties and Responsibilities: /b /pulliDemonstrate the ROYAL WAY values (Friendly, Passionate, Committed) through professional and courteous behavior at all times, both on and off duty. /liliLead Financial Operations onboard, assigning responsibilities, ensuring compliance with labor policies, and maintaining high-performance standards. /liliEnsure accurate payroll processing for crew (salaries, gratuities, supplements) and resolve discrepancies with zero-error target. /liliOversee accurate revenue and expense reporting through proper financial records and reports (e.g., Purser’s Journal). /liliReview and approve CAMEX and operational expenses, ensuring adherence to company financial policies. /liliManage cash operations, including safes, floats, foreign exchange, and overall financial security. /liliEnforce financial controls and compliance (SOX, audits, policies) through training, monitoring, and continuous improvement. /liliMonitor budgets and forecasts, identify efficiencies, and guide departments to stay within financial targets. /liliConduct audits and risk management, ensuring compliance, preventing losses, and resolving audit findings proactively. /liliDevelop and support team performance and retention through training, scheduling, mentoring, recruitment support, and maintaining confidentiality and safety standards. /li /ulpbr/ppbQualifications: /b /pulliHigh school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Hospitality, Business, Accounting, or related field preferred. /lili5+ years Financial Operations experience on cruise ships and 4+ years managerial experience in hospitality or finance preferred. /liliCash handling expertise (minimum 2 years), including knowledge of US currency and exchange rates. /liliStrong analytical, administrative, and accounting skills with ability to meet tight deadlines. /liliKnowledge of HR policies and practices, including coaching and discipline processes. /liliProven ability to lead, motivate, and develop multicultural teams, with strong teamwork and succession planning focus. /liliExcellent communication, customer service, confidentiality handling, and computer skills, including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). /li /ul