Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Reporting to: Senior Accountant

Department: General Ledger Accounting team

Location: Boston, MA (3 days onsite)

Position Summary:

Grand Circle LLC is the leader in international travel, adventure and discovery for Americans aged 50+. Headquartered in Boston MA, and with more than 35 offices globally, more than two million Americans have traveled with our award-winning travel brands: Grand Circle Cruise Line, Overseas Adventure Travel and Grand Circle Travel.

Grand Circle's General Ledger team is seeking a Staff Accountant who can think critically, roll up their sleeves and is excited to revamp processes. You will be responsible for ensuring monthly accounting entries are complete, accurate, and in compliance with GAAP. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and motivated accounting professional who wants to grow with a company that values accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries in accordance with established close timelines. Ensure all entries are supported by appropriate documentation and comply with U.S. GAAP
• Analyze account activity to identify and resolve variances or unusual items
• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and other assigned GL accounts. Ensure reconciliations are accurate, complete, and supported by appropriate detail
• Prepare and support revenue recognition activities in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including analyzing underlying transactions, recording related journal entries, and reconciling deferred revenue and revenue accounts to ensure accuracy and proper period recognition
• Perform fluctuation analysis on key balance sheet and P&L accounts. Support internal reporting and variance explanations during the close process
• Work within the accounting team to standardize practices and procedures
• Interact cross functionally to gather all relevant financial data to ensure timely and accurate monthly reporting
• Assist with preparation for and facilitation of the audit process

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of accounting or finance experience
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to think critically
• Strong attention to detail, organizational ability, and a history of meeting deadlines
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Total Rewards:

The base salary range for this role is $80,000 - $92,000 annually for employees based in Boston, MA. Final compensation may vary and will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for an annual incentive bonus and first-class benefits, which include:

• Health & wellness: Comprehensive and heavily subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans, plus on-site gym access, holistic wellness sessions, and group fitness classes
• Time for you: Substantial Paid Time Off (PTO), and 11 paid holidays- including Juneteenth, Memorial Day, and Labor Day - and Summer Fridays. Plus- extensive parental leave, with up to 12-16 weeks paid leave at 100% base salary.
• Travel more, spend less: 50% off our trips for you and a companion, 25% for additional immediate family members, and exclusive quarterly associate travel deals
• Your future, secured: 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage
• Continuous growth: Tuition assistance for both professional and personal development, opportunities for professional development through oversees travel, and direct access to Pinnacle Leadership & Team Development.
• Extra perks: Commuter benefits, FSA options, pet insurance, home & auto discounts, and paid volunteer time off to give back to the community

To learn more, please visit our websites at www.gct.com, www.oattravel.com and www.grandcirclefoundation.org.