Senior Analyst, Financial at CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
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Senior Analyst, Financial
Job ID 12984 Location Miami Date posted 04/28/2026 Work Style In Office - Miami
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At Carnival Cruise Line, our mission is to create safe, fun, and memorable vacations at a great value. As a valued member of our team, you'll actively contribute to developing exceptional travel experiences and unforgettable moments, every single day. Your Carnival journey begins here!
Our Culture Essentials
Joining the Carnival team means embracing our six Culture Essentials, which are the cornerstone values shaping our identity, principles, and actions. These beliefs and behaviors not only define who we are but also unite us as a team, guiding us in decision-making, fostering relationships, tackling challenges, and reaching milestones. These culture essentials propel us toward a shared vision of success, ensuring a collective effort in shaping our future.
Responsibilities
Job ID 12984 Location Miami, FL Date posted 04/28/2026
The Senior Financial Analyst is a key contributor to Carnival Cruise Line's financial performance, providing independent analytical insight, strong business partnership, and technical expertise to support informed decision‑making across the organization. This role leads the analysis, forecasting, and reporting of Selling, General, and Administrative ("SG&A") expenses, with a particular focus on shoreside Compensation & Benefits and headcount‑related costs.
The Senior Financial Analyst serves as a primary finance partner to functional leaders by identifying trends, drivers, risks, and opportunities, and translating complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations. Working closely with the Director and Manager of SG&A Finance, this role plays a critical part in the preparation and execution of the annual operating plan, monthly forecasts, and long‑range outlooks, operating with a high degree of independence and contributing to continuous improvement of FP&A processes.
Responsibilities
Lead and support the SG&A Compensation & Benefits workforce planning and position management process, partnering with HR and senior leaders to evaluate headcount, labor cost drivers, and financial impacts.
Key contributor for the SG&A operating plan, monthly forecast, and outlook processes for assigned cost areas, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and business priorities.
Conduct in-depth, independent financial analysis of Compensation & Benefits expenses, identifying trends, variances, risk and opportunities and providing clear, actionable recommendations to leadership.
Own the preparation, analysis, and communication of monthly SG&A management reporting, highlighting key drivers, variances to plan and forecast to support leadership decision‑making.
Continuously evaluate and enhance FP&A processes, models, and reporting through automation, standardization, and technology improvements.
Support strategic financial initiatives by aligning SG&A financial plans with broader organizational goals, which may include performing complex ad‑hoc financial analyses to support emerging business needs and leadership decisions.
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Advanced proficiency in Hyperion Essbase, Hyperion Planning, Hyperion Interactive Reporting, and Oracle
Financial or similar database systems
Proficiency in creating and manipulating financial models to analyze trends, forecast expenses, and perform variance analysis
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to adapt easily to change in dynamic environment
Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development of financial strategies aligned with organizational goals
Must be able to critically think, problem solve, and perform root cause analysis under ambiguity
Highly analytical and detail oriented with a strong business sense
Ability to manage multiple projects to completion, coordinate action plans, and implement actionable strategies
Ability to manage tight deadlines, prioritize workload, and achieve effective results
5+ years of progressive FP&A or financial analysis experience
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 Monday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their home on Fridays. Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.
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. Plus, 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
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About Us
At Carnival Cruise Line, our mission is to consistently deliver safe, fun, and memorable vacations at a great value. As the world's most popular cruise line, we offer a variety of unique experiences across our fleet, ensuring that every voyage is filled with excitement and discovery. From world-class entertainment and dining to exploring stunning destinations, we create lasting memories for our guests while maintaining a dedication to the places we visit and the lives we touch.
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. In this regard, 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 local, state, federal, and/or international law.
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Employee Benefits
Empowering work-life integration and flexible opportunities for your personal and career success
Comprehensive employer wellness programs featuring mental health support and fitness options, including an on-site gym
An array of qualified complimentary and heavily discounted cruise options for the ultimate dream getaway
Generous parental leave time and adoption assistance programs
Secure your future with our exceptional Traditional and Roth 401(k) options complemented by valuable company contributions
Invest in tomorrow with the opportunity to purchase Carnival shares at a discounted rate from their fair market value
In addition to the above, we offer PTO and company holidays as well as a variety of medical, dental, and voluntary plans
Culture
Get ready to embark on a journey filled with unforgettable moments. Just as our cruises create incredible memories for our guests, we're dedicated to making work an adventure you'll truly enjoy. Get ready to embrace exhilarating challenges that come with equally exhilarating rewards. You'll join our vibrant and inclusive community, where diversity is not just embraced - it's celebrated. Let's create memories together!
I love the variety in my work at Carnival. Each day brings new challenges that require creative thinking. Collaborating with different team members on projects keeps things fresh and interesting, making every day unique and exciting. Moreover, being part of Carnival means being part of a culture that values initiative and fosters continuous improvement. This sense of empowerment fuels my passion for what I do and inspires me to strive for excellence every day.
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Carnival's culture is fun, welcoming, vibrant, flexible, fast-paced, diverse, and innovative. Carnival welcomes guests from all over the world to sail on our ships. Our crew members are caring and make the guest experience awesome. The fun continues to connect shoreside where I have an opportunity to interact with employees from all levels of the organization to assist them with their HR questions. From the guest to shoreside experience, we embrace the FUN!
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Carnival has been instrumental in my personal growth by providing opportunities to step out of my comfort zone and develop essential skills like flexibility and teamwork. Professionally, their commitment to continuous learning and career development has empowered me to take on new challenges and advance in my field.
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