Senior Audit Consultant, Risk Advisory and 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 advisory and assurance on the company’s significant strategic, financial, operational, technology and compliance risks. The Senior Risk Advisory and Assurance Consultant performs end‑to‑end reviews of key business processes and controls to provide an independent assessment of design and effectiveness, and communicates results to senior management.

They leverage best practices to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.

• Develop the planning and scoping for complex reviews to ensure appropriate Corporate and Cross Brand audit coverage.
• Perform walkthroughs to understand complex and matrixed processes and controls, identify risk areas, and develop tests accordingly.
• Perform testing, data analysis and benchmarking to assess controls and develop insights for management.
• Identify issues and opportunities to improve operations, including 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 issues and opportunities identified.
• Partner with management to develop action plans for tactical and strategic changes to the organization.
• Effectively manage project progress and status, including budget and milestone tracking and reporting.
• Follow up and report on the implementation status of management’s action plans.
• Develop and maintain an effective partnership with senior management, adhere to RAAS policies, ensure consistency and completeness of working papers, and comply with IIA standards.

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or business (preferred).
• CPA or CIA preferred (or in progress).
• Minimum of 3 to 6 years’ relevant experience with a Big 4 firm, management consulting, or in a highly matrixed environment (excluding internships).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams).
• Integrity, objectivity, and a high degree of professionalism.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interface 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.
• Background/experience with audit methodologies and techniques.
• Prior success conducting external and/or internal audits.

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

Less than 25% with shipboard travel likely.

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

This position is in-office. Requires work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Tuesday through Thursday each week. May work from home on Mondays and Fridays. Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.

• Health Benefits:
  
  medical, dental and vision plans; employee assistance program; company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Financial Benefits:
  
  401(k) with company match; employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid Time Off: holidays, vacation, and sick time with details by level and tenure.
• Other Benefits: cruise discounts, tuition reimbursement, and on-site fitness center.

Carnival Corporation & plc is the world’s largest leisure travel company, delivering happiness through a global portfolio of cruise brands and destinations.

Carnival is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or other protected status as allowed by law.