Manager Divisional Finance & Decision Support

at  Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is looking to add to our Finance management team and has a new opportunity for a Manager Divisional Finance & Decision Support. This position plays a key role in supporting the financial performance and strategic decision-making of the organization’s operational functions. This position partners closely with divisional leaders to drive financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis to support operational goals. The Manager will lead a team of financial analysts, oversee the budgeting process, and provide actionable insights to guide business decisions that align with the company’s strategic objectives.
“This position is eligible to work hybrid (9 or more days a month onsite) in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.”
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Why Join Us?

• Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees; including paid time off and family first leave.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs both through our internal Blue University and external opportunities.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals.
• Trust: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.
• Lead and Inspire: Guide and mentor your team to achieve their full potential and success.

Compensation
$112,800 - $134,000

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

• Build and nurture strong relationships with business management and key stakeholders to support operational priorities and objectives through advanced analytics and financial insights.
• Collaborate with divisional leaders to enhance their understanding of business unit dynamics, and provide actionable financial analyses to inform and guide strategic decisions.
• Support management in creating an annual operating plan that aligns with the company’s strategic goals, and perform regular forecasting to provide visibility into business performance and drive timely decision-making.
• Develop and maintain financial and forecast models using key business drivers, trend analysis, and external economic factors, ensuring data integrity and predictive accuracy.
• Work closely with the FP&A team to manage the annual budgeting process, ensuring business leaders have the financial data and insights needed for effective budget planning and resource allocation.
• Conduct monthly financial performance reviews, producing detailed financial packages and reports on key business drivers, trends, and variances.
• Continuously improve forecast accuracy by aligning forecasts with key drivers, identifying and addressing the root causes of previous forecast discrepancies.
• Track and monitor financial performance against the operating plan and advise business leaders on necessary adjustments.
• Provide ongoing financial and strategic guidance to department leaders, ensuring alignment between departmental goals and overall business objectives.
• Deliver actionable financial insights to business leaders to support day-to-day management of budgets and operational performance.
• Constructively communicate complex financial information in a clear and compelling manner, driving divisional leadership buy-in to achieve business goals.
• Provide regular business updates and process recommendations to the Finance leadership team, highlighting challenges, opportunities, and areas for improvement within business units.
• Ensure compliance with all operational financial policies and procedures, recommending modifications to improve financial controls and operational efficiency where necessary.

What you need

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field required.
• 5 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis role; substantial financial modeling and/or scenario planning experience preferred.
• 3 years leadership experience required.
• 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 systems; experience with Adaptive Insights preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• High level of integrity and strong attention to detail.

Benefits & Perks

• Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package:
• Incentive pay program (EPIP)
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
• Fertility/Adoption assistance
• 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
• 5% 401(k) plan matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We believe that embracing diversity and authentically promoting inclusion, equity, and belonging among our team members is crucial to our collective success. By intentionally recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse pool of talent, we cultivate an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request, ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all

• Build and nurture strong relationships with business management and key stakeholders to support operational priorities and objectives through advanced analytics and financial insights.
• Collaborate with divisional leaders to enhance their understanding of business unit dynamics, and provide actionable financial analyses to inform and guide strategic decisions.
• Support management in creating an annual operating plan that aligns with the company’s strategic goals, and perform regular forecasting to provide visibility into business performance and drive timely decision-making.
• Develop and maintain financial and forecast models using key business drivers, trend analysis, and external economic factors, ensuring data integrity and predictive accuracy.
• Work closely with the FP&A team to manage the annual budgeting process, ensuring business leaders have the financial data and insights needed for effective budget planning and resource allocation.
• Conduct monthly financial performance reviews, producing detailed financial packages and reports on key business drivers, trends, and variances.
• Continuously improve forecast accuracy by aligning forecasts with key drivers, identifying and addressing the root causes of previous forecast discrepancies.
• Track and monitor financial performance against the operating plan and advise business leaders on necessary adjustments.
• Provide ongoing financial and strategic guidance to department leaders, ensuring alignment between departmental goals and overall business objectives.
• Deliver actionable financial insights to business leaders to support day-to-day management of budgets and operational performance.
• Constructively communicate complex financial information in a clear and compelling manner, driving divisional leadership buy-in to achieve business goals.
• Provide regular business updates and process recommendations to the Finance leadership team, highlighting challenges, opportunities, and areas for improvement within business units.
• Ensure compliance with all operational financial policies and procedures, recommending modifications to improve financial controls and operational efficiency where necessary