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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan · 1 month ago

Accounting Manager- Healthcare Risk & Non-Claim Benefit Expense Contracts

600 Lafayette East, Detroit, MI, 48226, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Accounting Manager to lead complex accounting operations related to healthcare facility and provider contracts. This role focuses on Non-Claim Benefit Expenses, Medical Loss Ratio impacts, and provider risk arrangements, requiring a strong technical accounting foundation and proven leadership skills.

Health CareHealth Insurance

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee accounting for facility and provider contracts with unique risk and NCBE structures, ensuring compliance with GAAP and healthcare statutory requirements

Establish and maintain governance frameworks for risk and NCBE accounting, ensuring complete, accurate, and timely financial reporting

Develop and implement standardized, centralized, and controlled processes for high-risk accounting areas, driving operational efficiency and internal control

Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the assigned accounting team, including staffing, development, performance management, and labor relations

Serve as a key liaison with internal stakeholders, including actuarial, senior health services, finance, legal, and executive leadership, to ensure alignment and transparency in financial reporting

Deliver timely and accurate financial results and insights to internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and senior leadership

Identify and monitor performance metrics that support departmental and organizational strategic goals

Provide strategic solutions to complex accounting and business challenges, leveraging data and cross-functional collaboration

Continuously improve operational policies and procedures to uphold sound business practices and robust internal controls

Lead and support special projects, audits, and initiatives as assigned

Champion a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement within the accounting team

Qualification

GAAP expertiseHealthcare contract accountingLeadership skillsCPA certificationFinancial systems proficiencyAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving abilities

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

Minimum of 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role

Demonstrated expertise in GAAP and healthcare statutory accounting principles

Experience with healthcare contract accounting, including risk-based arrangements and NCBE

Strong leadership and team management skills, including experience with union and non-union environments

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization

Proficiency in financial systems and tools, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and ERP platforms

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

CPA, CMA, or CFM certification strongly preferred

Company

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

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We commit to being our members’ trusted partner by providing affordable, innovative products that improve their care and health.

Founded in 1929

Detroit, Michigan, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.bcbsm.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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