Manager, Financial Systems

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>At Blue Cross NC, we’re looking for a Manager, Financial Systems who thrives at the intersection of finance, technology, and leadership. In this role, you’ll lead a talented team focused on delivering reliable, scalable financial systems that power critical business decisions and operational excellence<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b>What You’ll Do</b></p><ul><li><p>Manage staff responsible for the application security, administration, implementation and maintenance of processes and procedures related to the effective oversight of Financial Systems.</p></li><li><p><span>Oversees communications, training programs, and performance reporting.  </span>Report on Financial System performance including incidents, problems, relevant Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and compliance.</p></li><li><p>Provide leadership and management of all Finance data governance practices and processes.</p></li><li><p><span>Ensure compliance with corporate policies, support internal and external audits and proactively maintain process and controls and recommend process improvements where necessary.</span></p></li><li><p>Assist with systems-related needs assessments, cost benefit analyses, and definition of business requirements and functional specifications.</p></li><li><p>Manage the implementation of system fixes and upgrades for financial reporting related systems (e.g. Lawson, PAM, SAS FM).  Coordination with IT and HR.</p></li><li><p>Lead cross-functional system projects and facilitate communication throughout the department on the progress of pending systems projects.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What You Bring</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required)</p></li><li><p>8+ years of experience in related field.</p></li><li><p>In lieu of degree, 10+ years of experience in related field.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Bonus Points</b></p><ul><li><p>Experience with <b>Adaptive Planning</b> for financial planning, forecasting, and reporting - <b><i>Highly Preferred</i></b></p></li><li><p>Experience working with <b>Workday Financials</b>, including system functionality, integrations, or administration - <b><i>Highly Preferred</i></b></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What You’ll Get</b></p><ul><li><p>The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">team that’s deeply</span> invested in the community.</p></li><li><p>Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work   </p></li><li><p>Medical, dental, and vision coverage along <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">with numerous health</span> and wellness programs.</p></li><li><p>Parental leave and support plus adoption and <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">surrogacy assistance</span>   </p></li><li><p>Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education  </p></li><li><p>401k match including an annual company contribution   </p></li><li><p><a href="https://careers.bluecrossnc.com/global/en/benefits" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more</a>   </p></li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Salary Range</b></p><p style="text-align:left">At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our 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. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs. </p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><i>*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.</i><br> </p>$118,691.00 - $189,906.00<p></p><p></p><p><b>Skills</b></p>Actuarial Analysis, Actuarial Management, Actuarial Services, Data Governance, Financial Systems, Information Systems, Internal Auditing, Management Reporting, Management Systems Implementation, People Management, Process Improvements, Requirements Management, Risk Management, System Implementations, Systems Management, Technology Needs Assessments<p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">_____________________________________________________________________</span><br><br><span style="color:#181818"><b><u>JOB ALERT FRAUD:</u></b> We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information. Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All our career opportunities are published on </span><a href="https://bcbsnc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/BCBSNC" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:#0176d3"><span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">https://bcbsnc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/BCBSNC</span></span></span></a><span style="color:#181818">. If you have already provided your personal information that you suspect is fraudulent activity, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: </span><a href="mailto:HR.Staffing@BCBSNC.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:#0176d3"><span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">HR.Staffing@BCBSNC.com</span></span></span></a><span style="color:#181818">.</span></p>

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