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Manager Cost Accounting Hybrid role (3 days/week in office) at our Portland, Medford, Fargo, Burlington, Vancouver, Renton, Boise, Lewiston, Spokane or Salt Lake City offices. Candidates must reside within commutable distance of that location. Build a career with purpose. Join our Cause to create a person-focused and economically sustainable health care system. Who We Are Looking For: Every day, Cambia’s dedicated team of Cost Accountants is living our mission to make health care easier and lives better. As a member of the Cost Accounting   team, our Cost Accounting Manager Leads the operation, direction, design and interpretation of complex cost allocation methodologies for Cambia and its affiliated companies. Provides analytical support related to product pricing, forecasting and operating cost efficiencies to key internal LOB customers. Maximize efficient and effective uses of cost allocation resources. Lead efficient system and organizational design and adapt system and operations to accommodate rapidly changing environments. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and BlueCross BlueShield Association (BCBSA) regulatory requirements – all in service of creating a person-focused health care experience . Do you have a passion for serving others and learning new things? Do you thrive as part of a collaborative, caring team? Then this role may be the perfect fit. What You Bring to Cambia: Qualifications: Manager Cost Accounting would have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and 8+ years of experience in Cost Accounting in health care insurance, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Licenses, Certifications, Registration, Etc. CPA Preferred Skills and Attributes: ·        Demonstrated knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Federal Employee Health Benefit Acquisition Regulations (FEHBAR). ·        Proven leadership skills and abilities as demonstrated by progressively increasing management experience and responsibilities. ·        Ability to think analytically, apply analytical techniques and to provide in-depth analysis and recommendations using critical thinking and sound judgement. ·        Above average ability working with complex PC and mainframe software and systems. ·        Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of the staff and management both as a self-starter and in a team environment. Ability to plan, organize and lead the work of others, while developing department goals and objectives consistent with corporate vision and strategies. ·        Demonstrated ability to manage, lead and develop teams of analysts or SMEs with varying levels of expertise and experience. ·        Demonstrated analytical skills, ability to analyze complex situations, learn quickly and synthesize corresponding solutions, options and action plans. ·        Ability to be persistent, disciplined, objective and independent, results-driven, willing to discuss issues openly and professionally, and have strong communication skills. ·        Ability to think strategically and understand position of cost allocations and potential alternatives in select strategic scenarios, with demonstrated ability in prior experiences. ·        Proven track record of conducting complex analysis, creating and articulating technical business cases, including budgetary impacts and short and long term business impacts. ·        Proven ability to identify, diagnose, influence, and implement process improvement ideas that improve effectiveness and preserve our ability to meet the needs of customers. ·        Experience with AI tools and technologies to enhance productivity and decision-making in professional settings highly desired What You Will Do at Cambia: ·        Leads the creation, analysis and reporting of financial data necessary for effective and efficient pricing and monitoring of major lines of business and products. Provide analysis of allocation results that business partners are able to interpret and use for key operating decisions and business unit performance evaluation. ·        Provides input into the development and revision of department Cost allocation policies, procedures and systems to ensure that all financial and accounting practices are complimentary to and in compliance with all applicable corporate and regulatory policies and procedures. ·        Directs the timely and accurate preparation of regulatory reports, analysis, forecasts and operating plans. Provides staff training and maximizes efficient and effective uses of cost allocation resources. Directs the preparation of and review of statistical drivers, periodic journal entries, departmental reviews and setup. ·        Provides a critical review of operating expense allocations, reports, analysis and projections to ensure a no-surprise environment. ·        Works directly with outside auditors and consultants, regulators and customers on an assortment of financial, reimbursement, and accounting issues. ·        Motivates staff to perform duties; provides both formal and informal training that promotes staff development. ·        Accountable for instilling the process improvement mindset into day to day activities within larger team. ·        Accountable for leading and working within the cost organization to identify and analyze current organizational processes and provide recommendations to management for process improvement based upon statistical data and order of magnitude to both department and organization. ·        Drives change activities through the entire department that improves Cost Accountings ability to meet the current and future demands of our customers, including but not limited to; shorter turn time on month-end close/budget/forecast, enhanced/simplified business reporting, bench marking with other health plans, etc. ·        Leads, plans, supports and coordinates the work efforts to develop and implement periodic conversions and/or consolidations of financial systems and applications, including any redesign of process methodologies and interfaces with ancillary systems. ·        Is clearly viewed by our customers as a subject matter expert in all areas of Cost Allocations and proactively consults with both internal and external customers and other areas of the company in resolving issues, in process improvement activities and in educating on cost allocation policies and methodology. Work Environment ·        No unusual working conditions. ·        Work primarily performed in office environment. ·        Travel may be required, locally or out of state. ·        May be required to work outside normal hours Oregon, Washington, Utah, and Idaho: The expected hiring range is $111,400.00 – $150,700.00, the full salary range is $104,000.00 – $171,000.00 and the bonus target is 15%. North Dakota: The expected hiring range is 114,251.05 – 154,574.95, the full salary range is 101,444.00   - 167,383.00 and the bonus target is 15% About Cambia Working at Cambia means being part of a purpose-driven, award-winning culture built on trust and innovation anchored in our 100+ year history. Our caring and supportive colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry, innovating together toward sustainable, person-focused health care.  Whether we're helping members, lending a hand to a colleague or volunteering in our communities, our compassion, empathy and team spirit always shine through. Why Join the Cambia Team? At Cambia, you can: • Work alongside diverse teams building cutting-edge solutions to transform health care. • Earn a competitive salary and enjoy generous benefits while doing work that changes lives. • Grow your career with a company committed to helping you succeed. • Give back to your community by participating in Cambia-supported outreach programs. • Connect with colleagues who share similar interests and backgrounds through our employee resource groups. We believe a career at Cambia is more than just a paycheck – and your compensation should be too. Our compensation package includes competitive base pay as well as a market-leading 401(k) with a significant company match, bonus opportunities and more. In exchange for helping members live healthy lives, we offer benefits that empower you to do the same. Just a few highlights include: • Medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members, including mental health benefits. • Annual employer contribution to a health savings account. • Generous paid time off varying by role and tenure in addition to 10 company-paid holidays. • Market-leading retirement plan including a company match on employee 401(k) contributions, with a potential discretionary contribution based on company performance (no vesting period). • Up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off (eligibility requires 12 months of continuous service with Cambia immediately preceding leave). • Award-winning wellness programs that reward you for participation. • Employee Assistance Fund for those in need. • Commute and parking benefits. Learn more about our benefits . We are happy to offer work from home options for most of our roles. To take advantage of this flexible option, we require employees to have a wired internet connection that is not satellite or cellular and internet service with a minimum upload speed of 5Mb and a minimum download speed of 10 Mb. As part of our security requirements, new hires will need access to a personal mobile device to set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) upon joining the company. MFA is an important layer of protection for accessing Cambia systems and is required for all employees. We are an Equal Opportunity employer dedicated to a drug and tobacco-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required. 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