Staff Accountant

Griffin Resources is recruiting on behalf of Heinemann Americas, Inc. located in Coral Gables, FL.  

Established in 2014 as a subsidiary of Germany-based Gebr. Heinemann, Heinemann Americas has grown into a key player in cruise ship retail and distribution. Backed by over 140 years of global travel retail expertise, the Coral Gables–based team specializes in delivering luxury retail experiences for the cruise industry. They manage and operate state-of-the-art retail concessions aboard major cruise lines, curating an exceptional selection of premium perfumes, cosmetics, fashion, and accessories to provide passengers with a world-class shopping experience at sea. Through strong partnerships with leading cruise operators, Heinemann Americas has established itself as the premier provider of maritime travel retail solutions in the region. 

Position Summary:  

The Staff Accountant supports accurate and timely financial reporting by performing month-end close activities, preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. The role helps maintain the integrity of the general ledger, follows established internal controls, and supports audits and management reporting. This position works closely with the Accounting Manager and other business teams to resolve discrepancies, improve accounting processes, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.   

Financial Responsibilities:  

Contributes to the accurate recording, review, and monitoring of company expenses, receivables, cash activity, and balance sheet accounts. Supports proper invoice approval, payment controls, collection follow-up, and timely escalation of unusual or unsupported transactions. This role does not have independent budget authority unless specifically delegated. 

Qualifications:  

Knowledge and Skills:  

Physical Demands:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements employees must meet to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing job functions the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, write, review and type reports, compile data, operate a pc, communicate, listen, and assess information. The employee may move about the office complex, may travel to other office locations and may lift, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds. Visual requirements include distant, close and color vision, and ability to adjust focus; ability to travel, as well as to balance and walk far distances, and to climb stairs as necessary. 

Work Environment:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. The environment includes work inside/outside the office and travel to warehouses and vessels; there will be loud noises, dust and dirt, and other natural factors affecting the environment outside the office.