Job Description
About Us Luxury Yacht Group is a leading provider of yacht management, crew placement, and payroll services to the global yachting industry. We support a fleet of vessels and owners by delivering high-level operational and financial services with a strong emphasis on accuracy, responsiveness, and client service. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Yacht Accountant to manage full-cycle accounting for assigned vessels using QuickBooks Desktop. This is a 100% on-site role in Fort Lauderdale. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work directly with captains, crew, and vendors to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Full-cycle accounting for assigned yachts in QuickBooks Desktop Process high-volume accounts payable (invoice review, coding, and payments) Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies and billing issues Work directly with captains and crew to support financial operations Prepare monthly financial reports to clients Perform bank and credit card reconciliations Perform charter APA reconciliations Perform petty cash reconciliations and monitor onboard cash controls Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal procedures Assist with payroll-related entries and expense tracking Support audits and special accounting projects Month-End Requirements Participate in monthly close process Extended hours required during month-end Occasional weekend work required to meet deadlines Comp time provided for additional hours worked Qualifications 2+ years of accounting experience (yacht accounting preferred) Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop (required) Experience with multi-entity accounting and/or high-volume AP preferred Solid understanding of full-cycle accounting Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to manage multiple accounts simultaneously Strong communication skills with clients and vendors Detail-oriented and able to problem-solve independently Compensation & Benefits Salary based on experience Health insurance available after 90 days PTO available after 90 days Comp time for extended hours during month-end close Additional Information This is a fully in-office position (no remote or hybrid) Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Professional communication required References required Benefits Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person