Business Analyst, Finance

About the role

The Business Analyst, Finance supports the management of Carnival Cruise Line's capital portfolio through business analysis, process improvement, automation, and strategic project execution. This role partners across Finance, Operations, IT, Finance Analytics, and external development resources to enhance reporting, automate manual processes, implement AI-enabled solutions, and drive cost reduction and operational efficiency initiatives in support of the Finance Transformation roadmap.

Responsibilities

• Capital Portfolio Management: Develop best-in-class solutions and process enhancements that support the governance, management, and reporting associated with CCL's Capital Portfolio. Maintain and enhance capital planning tools, project lifecycle workflows, portfolio reporting, and KPI frameworks to support leadership decision making.
• Analytics & Decision Support: Develop dashboards, KPIs, executive reporting, and analytical models that provide actionable insights into portfolio performance, appropriations policy compliance, and monthly change reporting. Identify risks, opportunities, and cost improvement initiatives through data analysis.
• Automation & Digital Solutions: Design, develop, and implement automation solutions that eliminate manual administrative work, improve data quality, and increase operational efficiency. Leverage Power Automate, AI-enabled tools, systems integrations, and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, unlock forecasting capabilities, and improve reporting cadency and accuracy.
• Process Improvement & Finance Transformation: Analyze existing business processes, identify improvement opportunities, document future-state solutions, and support implementation of Finance Transformation initiatives. Apply continuous improvement methodologies to improve scalability, controls, and operational effectiveness. Be the catalyst for moving business processes along the Maturity Model Curve.
• Strategic Projects & Business Analysis: Lead and support strategic initiatives by gathering business requirements, developing business cases, coordinating stakeholders, supporting project execution, and measuring realized benefits. Partner with Finance Analytics, IT, and external development resources to design, test, and implement technology-enabled business solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Economics, Accounting, or related field required. Master's Degree preferred.
• Essential: 3-5 years Experience supporting process improvement, workflow automation, or finance transformation initiatives. Experience solving complex business problems through data analysis and process redesign. Experience developing reporting, analytics, or decision-support tools for business stakeholders. Experience gathering business requirements and implementing technology-enabled solutions. Experience working in finance, FP&A, operations, or related business functions. Self-starter with experience managing projects and driving results in ambiguous environments.
• PREFERRED: Experience in capital-intensive industries and/or supporting capital planning, portfolio management, or project controls processes. Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or similar methodologies. Experience working with software developers, business intelligence teams, or external technology partners.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans, Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources, 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, Vacation Time, Sick Time.
• 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.

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.