It's an exciting time to join Carnival Australia with the restart of cruising and the arrival of P&O Explorer! A fantastic entry role opportunity for a Junior Accountant to join our Finance team in Chatswood on a 6-month max term maternity leave contract. This role will see you responsible for assisting the Financial Accounting Manager and Financial Controller in ensuring the integrity of the balance sheet in relation to bank reconciliations, business partnering with guest relations and our partners in Holland America Group, and identifying and implementing new process improvements.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

* Prepare the daily reconciliation of bank accounts
* Assist with the review and application of customer deposits to Carnival booking system
* Oversee the refund processing for multiple brands
* Assist the financial accountant with any customer payment related queries raised from the business
* Maintain regular communication and strong relationships with Guest Relations and overseas partners within Holland America Group
* Identify and implement process improvements

About You:
You're easy going who is keen to get in and learn whilst putting your new skills to use. This role will revolve heavily around data entry, so having an enthusiastic attitude to learn, have outstanding attention to detail, great excel skills with fantastic communication both verbal and written will see you be a great fit into the team.
We would love to hear from people with:

* Previous experience in a high-volume data entry role or similar role
* Experience in Accounts payable (favourable)
* Strong excel skills
* Cheerful outlook with strong communications
* Strong commitment to customer service
* Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a repetitive environment
* Keen to start their career in the finance industry

Listed on the London and New York stock exchanges, we are one of the world's leading leisure companies, hosting over 10 million guests annually. In Australia, our 400 employees support 7 iconic cruise brands including Carnival Cruise Line, Cunard, Holland America Line, P&O Cruises, P&O Cruises World Cruising, Princess Cruises and Seabourn. As a certified top ten Best Place to Work 2021 we will look after you, connect with you, take you places and reward you through an amazing suite of employee benefits.
These are just some of the benefits we offer at Carnival Australia:

* Offering a hybrid work model. 2 days WFH and 3 days in the Office
* Incredible Family & friends discount on travel and on-board product launches
* Reward & Recognition - attractive incentive schemes, recognition programs and rewards
* A proud inclusive and diverse workplace who celebrate both professional and personal wins
* Plenty of parking options or we are across the road from Chatswood train station
* Delicious restaurants and cafes to choose from or eat in our amazing lunchroom

At Carnival Australia we pride ourselves on promoting an inclusive and flexible workplace culture where individual differences are valued. We are committed to working with people's strengths and encourage applicants to approach us for any necessary adjustments.
As part of our recruitment process and commitment to safety, suitable candidates will be required to undertake Background Checks which may include a Police Check, skills assessment/ testing and reference checks as part of your application process.