Manager Corporate Finance and Decision Support

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas

Topeka, KS

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Software, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Analysis, Business Case, Business Development, Business Growth, Business Intelligence, Business Operations, Business Strategy, Business Support, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Finance, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Decision Support, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Employee Retention, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Regulations, Financial Reporting, Financial Strategy, Financial Systems, Forecasting, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Mergers and Acquisitions, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Process Modeling, Product/Service Launch, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analysis, Sales Qualification, Scalable System Development, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis

LOCATION

Topeka, KS

POSTED

1 day ago

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13596520 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is looking to add to our Finance team and has an opportunity for a Manager Corporate Finance and Decision Support. This position Support plays a pivotal role in the development and execution of the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) function. Leading a team of financial analysts, this position provides strategic financial guidance and analysis to drive data-driven decisions at the executive level. The manager collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive financial strategies, ensure effective budgeting and forecasting, and support business growth initiatives. This position works closely with the Director of FP&A to align financial planning efforts with the company\'s overall strategic goals and objectives. \"This position is eligible to work hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.\" **Are you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.** **Why Join Us?** - **Lead and Inspire:** Guide and mentor your team to achieve their full potential and success. - **Family** **Comes First**: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees. - **Professional Growth Opportunities:** Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs. - **Trust:** Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas **Compensation** **\$116,000 - \$145,000** **Exempt Grade 18** - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual\'s skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts. **What you\'ll do** - Collaborate with finance business partners to manage the annual budgeting process, gather financial insights from divisional leaders, and develop accurate and realistic corporate budgets and forecasts. Ensure alignment with the company\'s strategic objectives. - Prepare, synthesize, and present comprehensive financial reports and presentations to senior management and key stakeholders. Highlight key findings, trends, and actionable recommendations for business performance improvements. - Monitor financial performance against corporate targets and budgets. Conduct in-depth analyses of financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Address discrepancies and work with teams to implement corrective actions where necessary. - Partner with the Business Intelligence team to develop KPIs and other decision-support measures to guide business strategy. Ensure that analytics and reporting frameworks provide the insights necessary for executive decision-making. - Build and maintain scalable financial models that generate actionable insights for business and investment decisions. Leverage scenario analysis to evaluate potential opportunities and risks, providing the executive team with data-driven recommendations. - Support the development of business cases and financial strategies for key growth initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), product launches, market expansion, and margin improvement efforts. Analyze financial impacts and recommend strategies that drive sustainable growth. - Stay informed on general economic, competitive, and market conditions, communicating relevant financial implications to stakeholders. Provide actionable insights on how these factors could impact business operations. - Ensure compliance with financial regulations and corporate policies. Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory bodies as needed to ensure adherence to best practices and legal requirements. - Partner with the Financial Information Systems team to improve Adaptive Insights functionality. Drive initiatives to automate reporting processes, streamline financial planning systems, and continuously improve forecast and budgeting models. - Drive improvements to financial models and reporting processes as the business evolves. Develop repeatable, scalable processes for financial planning, reporting, and forecasting to enhance accuracy and efficiency. **What you need** - Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, finance or related field required - 3 years leadership experience required **Knowledge/Skills/Abilities** Exceptionally strong analytical abilities, with a track record of identifying insights from financial information and translating into business analytics and recommendations Proficiency in accounting software and ERP

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas

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