Capital Analyst

Position Overview

Holland America Group, a division of Carnival Corporation, is seeking a highly motivated Capital Analyst for its Santa Clarita, CA office. In this role, you will manage and analyze the capital expenditure budget—including reviewing capital request submissions, monitoring spend vs. budget, and compiling monthly accrual data—while supporting senior leadership with detailed reporting. Join a team committed to compliance, environmental protection, and the safety and well-being of our guests and associates.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the review of Fleet Operations capital request submissions for completeness and policy compliance, following up with project managers to resolve issues.
• Maintain and update monthly tracking of capital projects including actuals, commitments, and revised completion dates.
• Collaborate with the Sr. Financial Analyst to analyze capital project spend vs. budget and identify offsets for overruns.
• Compile final project cost estimates and outstanding invoices for accrual upon project completion, coordinating with the accounting team.
• Work with operations to submit amended capital project requests for projects with cost overruns in accordance with policy.
• Assist in compiling the capital expenditure forecast and plans for senior leadership review.
• Serve as the on-site finance representative at drydocks to track expenses and coordinate with project managers, noting that non-essential travel is suspended due to COVID-19.
• Support special projects as required.

Required Qualifications

• BS or BA in Accounting preferred; or a degree in Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and cost management.
• Prior experience in budgeting, cost management, and variance analysis.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• A self-starter with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to complete projects.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally approximately 5%-10% of the time.

Benefits & Perks

• Cruise and Travel Privileges for you and your family
• Health Benefits
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training & Professional Development
• Rewards & Incentives