Senior Audit Consultant

Job Description Carnival Corporation is the world’s largest cruise company, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on diverse talents and perspectives, and we foster an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. In our continuous journey of growth and innovation here at Carnival UK, we are seeking an Audit Consultant to join our Risk Advisory & Assurance Services (RAAS). This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to a global organisation where you will play a key role in strengthening our internal controls and risk management. Role Overview This role sits within our CUK Risk Advisory & Assurance Services team and reports to the Director, RAAS. 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. In this role, you’ll lead reviews of key business processes and controls to assess their design and effectiveness. You’ll plan and scope audits, perform testing and data analysis, and support continuous improvement. Building strong relationships with stakeholders is key, ensuring RAAS is seen as a trusted partner in managing risk. This pivotal role will involve: Leading end-to-end reviews of key business processes and controls. Performing walkthroughs, testing, and data analysis to assess control effectiveness. Identifying opportunities to improve operations and partnering with management to develop action plans. Supporting SOX compliance by testing financial reporting controls and contributing to data-driven assurance and forensic investigations, identifying control gaps and improvement opportunities. This role is positioned at CUK08 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time permanent basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home. There will also be an element of overseas travel when required, including to the U.S. What You’ll Bring A relevant bachelor’s degree (ideally in accounting or business) and/or a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIA). Proven experience in a Big 4 management consulting firm, or a large practice firm or large internal audit department. Background with audit methodologies and techniques along with prior success conducting external and/or internal audits. Strong project management, communication, and relationship-building skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams. About You: The Ideal Candidate Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills‑able to build relationships whilst asking tough questions. Has the ability and confidence to influence at senior level management. Drives collaboration and continuous improvement. Is resourceful and professional in approach. Why Join Us? Working with us means more than just a role in audit. It’s about being part of a team that values wellbeing and personal growth. Here’s what we offer: Annual bonus Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme Extensive learning and development opportunities Employee‑led networks and wellbeing programmes Company‑paid Health Cash Plan and digital GP access Life Assurance and adoption/parental leave Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes Onsite restaurant and retail discounts Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme Application Guidance Diversity is our strength. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. If you’re passionate about audit and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you. Due to the popularity of our roles, we may close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out—apply today and start your journey with us. Learn more about our recruitment journey: https://bit.ly/CUKCandidateJourney About Us Holidays are one of life’s greatest pleasures. Having the chance to relax, escape and explore is a magical thing. And there is no better holiday than a cruise. No one knows cruising like Carnival UK, where talented people from across the globe come together to create unforgettable holiday happiness. As part of the world’s largest holiday travel and leisure company, we take enormous pride in bringing to life two of the most iconic brands from Britain’s rich seafaring heritage, P&O Cruises and Cunard. Collectively they have been delivering unbridled joy, boundless adventure and lifelong memories to millions of people for over 350 years. And in a multi‑million pound global holiday market, where cruising has barely scratched the surface, we have the opportunity to do that for many, many more people. Our diverse yet tight knit teams share high standards, heartfelt values and passion for our purpose. Our Culture Essentials describe the expectations we have for ourselves and of each other, in building a culture that supports safe, sustainable, compliant operations and celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion. It’s through the successful delivery of these extraordinary travel experiences for our target markets and our distinctive culture, that we hope to become Travel’s Employer of Choice. #J-18808-Ljbffr