Manager Onboard Controlling (m/f)

Skills& Education:

We are looking for an excellent and well experienced Manager Onboard Controlling (m/f) for a 5* European Cruise Line with international passengers and great itineraries throughout the world.

Manager Onboard Controlling Ocean – Switzerland

Function:

Responsible for reviewing all financial processes and procedures related to onboard day-by-day operations, including onboard reconciliation and control, vessel auditing, payroll handling, operations manual preparation and review etc. In addition, Ocean Ops Controller will act as a key partner for the Ops Team Shoreside, analysing financial and operational performance and providing relevant reporting and guidance for improving operational and financial performance.

Key responsibilities:

• Review, update and implement onboard financial reporting structure in alignment with accounting guidelines
• Support Chief Purser, Crew Purser and Administrative team onboard with all financial matters, including account settlements, cashbook, reconciliation, payroll, reporting, medical
• Support month and year end closing by timely completion of required procedures and reports in compliance with deadlines
• Conduct internal audits onboard the vessels on a regular base
• Work closely with financial team to investigate and correct operational issues.
• Develop and implement operational and financial controls to achieve business objectives
• Ensure business operations are in compliance with company policies and best practices
• Prepare internal reporting package including operating metrics, financial controls and performance indicators that will help in improving business performance.
• Assist in preparation and evaluation of annual budgets, including developing of financial models to achieve revenues and cost objectives.
• Assist Operations Managers in preparation for operation reviews.

Deliverables:

• Financial control
• Payroll Monitoring
• Development and implementation of financial systems
• Development and monitoring of budgets
• Statutory audit
• Development and production of financial report

Performance Measurements:

1. Monitor Budget vs. Actual
2. Vessel Compliance
3. Communication
4. Process & Business Innovation

Fluent English is required any additional language would be a plus - also required: very good computer skills.