Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is looking to add to our Finance management team and has a new opportunity for a Manager Accounting Operations. This position plays a crucial role in the daily management of the organization's financial resources, optimizing cash flow, and ensuring liquidity. This position provides oversight of accounts receivable, cash receipts, cash disbursements, accounts payable, and payroll functions. In addition, this position manages banking relationships and ensures robust internal controls around cash, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
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
96,800 - $115,000
Exempt Grade 17
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
Monitor and manage daily cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs; accurately forecast cash needs, reconcile bank statements, and implement strategies to optimize cash reserves and investments while minimizing financial risks. Prepare and present regular reports on cash flow, liquidity, and treasury activities to the Controller, AVP Finance Strategy and Operations, and CFOPartner with applicable Blue Plans and third-party providers in ensuring, timely and accurate reporting on financial activities in compliance with internal, external, and regulatory requirements.Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with banking partners, negotiating terms and conditions for credit facilities and services; collaborate to ensure effective cash management solutions and assess the bank's performance in meeting the company's financial needs.Oversee the bi-weekly payroll process to ensure accurate and timely disbursement of funds, includes reviewing payroll reports for accuracy and reconciliation to the general ledger.Provide oversight of all accounts payable activities to ensure complete, accurate, and timely disbursement and accounting for all transactions in compliance with corporate administrative policies.Communicate operational performance of the accounting operations team - including reporting KPI for operational and financial metrics to applicable leaders within Finance and business units.Recommend, develop, implement, and communicate accounting operations policies and procedures to ensure consistency, transparency, and compliance with corporate and external requirements.Drive the implementation and enhancement of processes, tools and technology in collaboration with procurement, financial planning and the finance systems teams.Support internal and external audit requirements related to specific areas of responsibilityWhat you need
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required5 years of experience in cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable and / or payroll functions required3 years leadership experience requiredStrong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems; experience with Workday, SAP or Oracle preferred. Intermediate / Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel preferred.Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to shift priorities quickly.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.Ability to develop and lead team members.Bonus if you have
Certified Public Accountant (US CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferredFamiliarity with US federal, state, and local payroll reporting requirements preferred.Benefits & Perks
Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package :Incentive pay program (EPIP)
Health / Vision / Dental insurance6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathersFertility / Adoption assistance2 weeks paid caregiver leave5% 401(k) plan matchingTuition reimbursementHealth & fitness benefits, discounts and resourcesOur 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.
Salary : $96,800 - $115,000
