20APR2019 - JOB - Fuel Performance Analyst - Princess Cruises Company - Santa Clarita, CA, US

Fuel Performance Analyst

Santa Clarita, CA

The Holland America Group is currently searching for a highly motivated Fuel Performance Analyst who will be responsible for the creation of the annual fuel plan for our fleet, as well as the monthly forecasting and variance analysis. In addition, they will assist in identifying trends and opportunities for review by the Fuel Management team.

We welcome your interest in joining the Holland America Group - a division of Carnival Corp. The Holland America Group includes Holland America Line and Seabourn (both headquartered in Seattle, Washington), Princess Cruise Lines (headquartered in Santa Clarita, California), and P&O Australia (headquartered in Sydney). The Holland America Group operates a combined total of 41 cruise ships with over 36,000 employees worldwide. This position will be located in our Santa Clarita, CA offices.

Responsibilities
Develops the annual fleet fuel plan for HAL and SBN. Includes collaboration with the fuel project team on new savings initiatives, and collaboration with onboard leadership to validate plan inputs.
Compiles monthly forecast changes for submission to finance, including consideration of itinerary changes, recent consumption figures, and savings project implementation delays.
Analyzes fuel consumption against plan and forecast, and follows up with Chief Engineers to investigate variances. Responsible for providing weekly variance and monthly explanations against forecast for Senior Leadership.
Reviews weekly fuel bunkering schedules and Corporate pricing for reasonableness. In addition, coordinates with Chief Engineers and Masters to develop the annual fuel bunkering plan that takes advantage of favorable port pricing options provided by Corporate.
Provides fuel consumption analysis support for new business case proposals and post-investment appraisals of shipboard fuel efficiency improvement projects.
Completes accurately any additional fuel-related analyses and cross brand comparisons as requested. 

Requirements
BS or BA in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting or equivalent experience
Operational experience within the marine industry is preferred but not required
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Prior budgeting and monthly income statement analysis
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to interact well with all levels within the organization
Excellent problem solving/analytical skills with a high level of accuracy
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to complete projects
Self-starter with good problem solving skills and ability to take ownership over areas of responsibility 

Benefits
Flexible Work Schedule! 9/80 alternative workweek schedule providing each employee with one (1) weekday off every two weeks
Time off benefits - 8 paid holidays, paid vacation, bonus vacation time and paid sick time
Travel - Cruise and Travel Privileges for you and your family
Health - Complete benefit plans including medical, dental, vision and flexible spending accounts
Wellness - Health and wellness programs include onsite exercise classes, onsite nutrition and lifestyle classes and discounted gym memberships
Education Assistance - up to 80% with a maximum of $3000 per calendar year
401(k) - Company match up to 6% of salary at 50% for the first 5 years and 100% thereafter
Employee Stock Purchase Plan - up to a 15% discount off of FMV of CCL stock
Training - In-house Discover U courses on professional development
Rewards & Incentives - Employee Recognition and Reward Programs; rideshare, financial commuter incentives and free parking; special employee discounts for banking services and retail stores

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Apply today and set sail on an exciting new career course. Our goal is to be the number one cruise and cruise-tour provider. To make that happen, we need qualified, top-notch team members. If you’re looking to get your talent noticed, apply today.

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