Senior Audit Consultant, Risk Advisory & Assurance Services

Carnival Corporation•Miami, FL

166d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, Accounting or Business Preferred
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
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.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CIA Certification Preferred (or in Progress)

Responsibilities

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.

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
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
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.
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