Manager, Financial Accounting & Reporting

About the role

Blue Cross NC is seeking a Manager, Financial Accounting & Reporting to lead the accounting and reporting team and deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality financial reporting. This role oversees accounting controls, reporting policies, close activities, and general ledger maintenance and security. The manager will guide the preparation, analysis, and review of internal and external financial reports for key stakeholders, including the Department of Insurance, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, the Board of Trustees, executive leadership, and the public. This role also monitors emerging accounting matters, including GAAP and SAP requirements, and develops strategies to address related reporting needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that team members adhere to financial accounting and reporting controls and maintain a high degree of accuracy.
• Designs, recommends, implements, maintains, and monitors financial accounting and reporting processes, policies, and systems.
• Continuously focuses on process improvements and simplification of financial accounting and reporting processes.
• Successfully manages the implementation of change within the organization relating to financial accounting and reporting processes and systems.
• Reviews and approves journal entries to ensure accuracy and adequacy.
• Ensures financial accounting and reporting policies are clear, current, relevant, and regularly communicated.
• Ensures assigned account reconciliations are completed in accordance with policy.
• Manages headcount and open positions.
• Validates budget variances and rationale.
• Supports vendor contract management, terms, and compensation.
• Leads departmental budget planning.
• Forecasts vendor spend working closely with business partners.
• Manages the work of offshore vendors.
• Manages external financial audits and financial examinations.
• Maintains strong working relationships with the NCDOI Financial Analysis Department, external auditors, and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required).
• 8+ years of experience in a related field.
• In lieu of degree, 10+ years of experience in a related field.

Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) – Highly Preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs.
• Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance.
• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• 401k match including an annual company contribution.
• Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work.

Pay

Salary range: $118,691.00 - $189,906.00. Starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an annual incentive bonus based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (PTO).

Schedule

Hybrid Flex approach: In-office at least two days a week for collaboration and connection, with flexibility to work remotely. Remote Flex roles work virtually with a few in-office visits each year for meaningful moments. Onsite expectations will be discussed during the interview process.