Manager, Financial Reporting and Internal Controls

Carnival Corporation•Seattle, WA

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873. Our ships offer innovative features and enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel, inviting guests to savor the journey. We are looking for a Manager, Financial Reporting and Internal Controls The Manager, Financial Reporting and Internal Controls is a key financial leader responsible for upholding the accuracy, integrity, and strategic value of financial information for Holland America Line and Seabourn. This role combines strong technical expertise with business curiosity, transforming complex financial data into actionable insights that highlight performance trends, emerging risks, and operational opportunities across the organization. This leader oversees all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements for Carnival Corporation, ensuring timely submissions, consistent data quality, and adherence to corporate standards. The manager provides rigorous oversight of accounting processes, including analytical review of financial results, variance drivers, and operational performance, while partnering closely with finance and operational teams to ensure alignment and transparency. A core responsibility of this role is the governance and continuous enhancement of SOX internal controls. The manager collaborates with Internal Audit (RAAS), external auditors, business leaders, and control owners to maintain accurate process flows, control documentation, and certification compliance within Wdesk. This includes guiding stakeholders through control updates, monitoring exceptions or reportable events, and ensuring readiness for internal audit testing. Beyond compliance, the manager champions operational excellence—identifying opportunities to streamline reporting processes, enhance automation, and strengthen financial controls. This leader proactively drives improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, reduce manual work, and elevate the overall effectiveness of the financial reporting function. As a people manager, the leader develops and inspires a high ‑ performing team through coaching, clear expectations, and talent development. The role fosters a culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, enabling the team to support the company’s strategic priorities with high-quality financial insight and discipline. Here’s a summary of what Holland America Line is looking for. Is this you?

Requirements

Have an understanding of consolidations and corporate financial reporting process.
Awareness and understanding of the SOX compliance practices and requirements.
Familiarity with large, computerized accounting and ERP systems; Oracle and Hyperion a plus.
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build relationships, work in a highly organized and efficient manner, and take projects to completion in a timely manner.
Strong presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate with all levels of management.
High attention to detail.
Forward thinking and proficient in analysis and review.
Public accounting internal controls testing experience.
Understanding of COSO control framework, objectives, information processing objectives, ITGCs, financial statement risks.
Ability to work in fast paced environment and meet critical deadlines.
Flexible regarding peak-time work requirements.
5+ years Finance / Accounting experience; SEC reporting experience highly desired.

Nice To Haves

Public Accounting experience preferred.
CPA preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis Prepares P&L monthly variance to last forecast (MVLF) and balance sheet trend reports to facilitate review of variances every month.
Review, understand and vet variance explanations provided for MVLF, Monthly Balance Sheet reviews, Quarterly Variance Analytics, and other reporting packages.
Prepare and provide analytical support in the preparation of monthly management reporting packages, decks presentations and other ad hoc requests/special projects.
Partner with operational accounting teams to develop customized close schedules and reporting tools that enhance visibility and highlight anomalies requiring further investigation.
Works directly with GARS (Global Accounting and Reporting Services/Corporate) in responding to report requests, queries and various submissions.
SOX Compliance & Internal Controls Management Manage the full lifecycle of SOX internal controls, including documentation, risk assessments, process flows, and control descriptions.
Collaborate with internal audit (RAAS), external auditors, management, and control owners to maintain accurate and up ‑ to ‑ date SOX documentation reflecting business and system changes.
Oversee updates and maintenance of controls within Wdesk, ensuring alignment with internal audit testing requirements.
Circulate periodic certifications, analyze results for reportable events, and communicate findings to Controllers and CFOs.
Provide guidance to control owners on process flow updates, control design, and SOX compliance expectations.
Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency Identify and drive opportunities for simplification, rationalization, and automation across financial reporting and internal control processes.
Support the development of tools, templates, and reporting enhancements that streamline close activities and improve data accuracy.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen financial governance and operational effectiveness.
Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop a high ‑ performing financial reporting and controls team, fostering strategic thinking and strong analytical capabilities.
Provide ongoing coaching, performance management, and professional development to build technical expertise and support succession planning.
Promote cross ‑ functional collaboration and a culture of accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement.