Senior Audit Consultant, Risk Advisory & Assurance Services

Overview

Risk Advisory and Assurance Services (RAAS) is a diverse global team, recognized by the Audit Committee and senior management as their partner for providing advisory and assurance services on the company’s most significant strategic, financial, operational, technology and compliance risks. The Senior Audit Consultant is responsible for performing end to end reviews of key business processes and controls to provide an independent assessment of their design and effectiveness and communicate results and observations to senior levels of management. Further, they leverage best practice to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.

Essential Functions

• Within the scope of assigned operational/financial projects, the below responsibilities should be performed with minimal guidance:
• • Develop the planning and scoping for complex reviews to ensure appropriate Corporate and Cross Brand audit coverage.
  • Perform walkthroughs to develop understanding of complex and matrixed processes & controls, identify areas of risk and develop tests accordingly.
  • Perform testing, data analysis and benchmarking, as appropriate, to assess controls and develop insights for management.
  • Identify issues/opportunities to improve operations and the related root cause and impact.
  • Conclude on the adequacy of management’s processes and internal controls to mitigate risk.
  • Prepare succinct, accurate, and compelling reporting to effectively communicate audit results.
  • Lead effective meetings and present to senior management on issue/opportunities identified.
  • Partner with management to develop appropriate action plans impacting tactical and strategic changes to the organization.
  • Effectively manage project progress and status, including budget/milestone tracking and reporting.
  • Follow up and report on the implementation status of management’s action plans.
  • All while developing and maintaining an effective, trusted, partnership relationship with Senior management and adhering to RAAS department policies and procedures, including ensuring consistency and completeness of working paper documentation and compliance with IIA standards.
• Support other department objectives/duties as assigned including, but not limited to, assisting with internal forensic investigations as assigned and assisting with the Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance program.
• Undertake relevant training, networking and studies as required to ensure continuing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s Degree, Accounting or Business Preferred
• CPA or CIA Certification Preferred (or in Progress)
• Minimum of 3-5 years\' relevant experience with Big 4, Management Consulting or experience working in highly matrixed environment (excluding internships)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and Teams

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Integrity, objectivity, and a high degree of professionalism.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interface well with all levels of management.
• Ability to build relationships while asking tough questions.
• Strong project management, time management and organizational skills.
• Personal initiative, resourcefulness, and professional enthusiasm.
• Good background/experience with audit methodologies and techniques.
• Prior success conducting external and/or internal audits.
• The success of the individual will also be determined by their dedication, service-ethic, and ability to work as an effective team member.

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

Travel

Less than 25% with shipboard travel likely

Work Conditions

Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

This position is classified as “in-office.” As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Mondays and Fridays. Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.

Offers and Benefits

Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival’s discretionary equity incentive plan. Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

• Health Benefits
  • Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
  • Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
  • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
• Financial Benefits
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
  • Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion.
  • Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
  • Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
• Other Benefits
  • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
  • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
  • On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus

About Us

Carnival Corporation & plc is the world’s largest leisure travel company, our mission to deliver unforgettable happiness to our guest through our diverse portfolio of leading cruise brands and island destinations.

Join us and embark on a career that offers not only the chance to grow professionally but also the opportunity to be part of a global community that makes a difference.

In addition to other duties/functions, this position requires full commitment and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns.

Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable law.