Carnival Corporation · 1 week ago
AVP, Finance Operations & Administration
Miami, FL, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
15+ years expCarnival Corporation is the world's most popular cruise line, dedicated to delivering safe and memorable vacations. The AVP, Finance Operations & Administration will lead payroll and finance operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across shipboard and shoreside environments while managing large-scale financial processes.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for creating and driving the strategic direction and operations of the system-wide payroll function for the organization
Implement efficient payroll processes to ensure timely payment to shoreside and crew members
Ensuring compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations
Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for payroll, finance operations, and administrative services across shipboard and shoreside functions
Leads functional areas including Fleet Finance, payroll operations, payroll /time and attendance systems, payroll tax, payroll project management, reporting & analytics, communications and compliance, audit & controls
Oversee financial operations supporting shipboard activities, including onboard revenue, expense management, cash handling, provisioning, and port-related financial transactions
Establish and enforce standardized financial procedures across the fleet to ensure accuracy, accountability, and operational excellence
Provides strategic direction and oversees the payroll, time and attendance, and payroll compliance operating models within the context of a rapidly growing healthcare organization, including the development of system-wide policies, processes and internal controls
Manage the Fleet Finance team responsible for financials onboard and collaborate closely with operations
Partners with senior leadership in operations, finance, legal and IT in developing, updating and implementation of system-wide policies and procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the payroll process as well as in implementing strategic objective
Leads the development and oversight of key project plans to increase automation, consistency, accuracy and integrity of payroll systems and operations
Ensuring compliance with international and regional labor laws
Preparing reports for senior management and regulatory agencies as necessary
Developing and updating company policies related to crew payroll and benefits
Staying informed about industry best practices and regulatory changes
Managing relationships with payroll service providers and benefits administrators
Negotiating contracts and agreements to ensure cost-effective services
Coach, mentor and provide leadership development to team members in order to optimize operational excellence and create a deeper bench of experienced talent
Building and leading a skilled team of professionals in the payroll and crew benefits department
Providing guidance, mentoring, and performance evaluations for staff
Maintain all compliancy requirements of HR transactional processes and fulfil all ad hoc requests for data and analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in payroll, finance operations, or similar fields; experience in hospitality, cruise, maritime, or large global organizations highly preferred
Executive-level leadership, communication, and stakeholder management
Deep knowledge of global payroll operations, taxation, labor regulations, and maritime compliance
Strong analytical and financial acumen with experience managing large budgets and complex operational structures
Strategic thinker with the ability to lead transformation, drive efficiencies, and inspire high-performing teams
High level of integrity and commitment to operational accuracy, compliance, and service excellence
Demonstrated experience leading multinational payroll operations and complex financial processes across multiple countries
Proven background implementing financial systems, payroll technologies, or enterprise-wide process improvements
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree preferred
Experience in hospitality, cruise, maritime, or large global organizations highly preferred
Benefits
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
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
Company
Carnival Corporation
Carnival Corporation is a cruise company providing travelers with vacation experiences.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$19.49BKey Investors
Public Investment Fund
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $3.54B
2025-06-13Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
Leadership Team
Josh Weinstein
President & CEO
Recent News
2025-12-22
Investor's Business Daily
2025-12-21
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