Senior Manager - Statutory Accounting

Title: Senior Regulatory Accounting and Transformation Manager Location: Phoenix ,AZ Duration: 6+ months Pay: $55-61.90/hr Client: Healthcare and Health Insurance Provides strategic and operational leadership for full-cycle accounting close, GAAP and statutory accounting, insurance financial reporting, NAIC and Association reporting, regulatory filings, internal controls, audit support, cost accounting, and finance transformation. Leads and develops a high-performing team while establishing priorities, accountability, and succession planning. Partners across Finance, Technology, Data, Compliance, and other functions to deliver accurate, timely, and decision-useful financial results. Supports continuous improvement, standardization, automation, and responsible use of artificial intelligence to improve data quality, strengthen controls, reduce manual effort, and accelerate reporting while maintaining appropriate human review, data governance, privacy, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Strategic oversight of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close and external reporting activities, including timelines, ownership, review standards, and escalation processes. Leadership of GAAP and statutory close activities and oversight of NAIC quarterly and annual financial statements, exhibits, schedules, notes, state-specific filings, and Blue Association reporting. Application of statutory accounting principles, NAIC reporting instructions, and federal and state insurance regulatory requirements. Evaluation of changes to GAAP, statutory accounting principles, NAIC guidance, and regulations, including business impact and implementation needs. Oversight of cost accounting, including allocation methodologies, expense analysis, reconciliations, variance analysis, and management reporting. Compliance monitoring, regulatory assessments, internal controls, and remediation of identified issues. Guidance to Finance staff regarding accounting, regulatory, policy, and compliance matters. Maintenance of process documentation and controls reflecting regulatory, business, and operational changes. Financial analysis and reporting for the CAO, CFO, Executive Leadership Team, and other stakeholders, including results, risks, trends, and key business drivers. Coordination with internal and external auditors, including documentation, audit support, issue resolution, and audit readiness. Development and maintenance of internal controls that support accurate and reliable financial reporting and mitigate financial risk. Assessment of accounting and reporting risks and evaluation of mitigation strategies. Collaboration with Finance, Technology, Data, Compliance, and other stakeholders to improve data quality, system integration, reporting timeliness, and process adoption. Support for process improvement, automation, and finance transformation using process mapping, root-cause analysis, performance measures, and stakeholder feedback. Evaluation of AI-enabled solutions for data validation, Skills:

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES -

1. Required Job Skills Proficiency in Oracle ERP, Oracle ARCS, Oracle Task Manager, Clearwater, Microsoft Office suite. 2. Required Professional Competencies Work with all levels of management and functional areas in BCBSAZ and understand the potential implications of system changes to those areas Independent thinker with strong oral, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Understanding of financial systems, business processes and the key drivers and measures for success Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. Capable of investigative and analytical research Analytical knowledge necessary to generate reports based on available data and then make decisions based on reported data 3. Required Leadership Experience and Competencies Lead, coach, and develop a team with varied experience and technical expertise, creating an inclusive culture of trust, collaboration, and high performance. Provide leadership, promote teamwork, meet objectives and exercise independent judgment Set clear goals, roles, performance expectations, and development plans; provide timely feedback and hold team members accountable for quality and deadlines. Build team capability through cross-training, knowledge sharing, career development, and succession planning. Balance workloads, prioritize resources, and maintain team resilience during close, filing, audit, and transformation cycles. Champion change, encourage thoughtful experimentation, and equip employees to adopt new processes, automation, and AI-enabled tools effectively. Experience leading and implementing projects and working collaboratively with other departments and levels of administration Finance Preferred Professional Competencies Demostrates flexibility, anticipates customer needs and effectively communicates in a timely manner consistent with the business strategy Demonstrated senior-level people leadership, including building teams, coaching leaders and individual contributors, managing performance, resolving conflict, and developing succession plans. Strong decision-making and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to assess complex issues, evaluate risk, align resources, and drive timely execution. Excellent executive communication and influencing skills, including the ability to translate complex accounting, regulatory, and transformation matters into clear recommendations. Adherence to published deadlines, with proper advanced planning to achieve requirements as scheduled by internal calendars or external regulations. Advanced planning and decision analysis skills Cope with multiple priorities and high customer expectations Creativity and problem solving skills. Develop methods and processes to disseminate complex information. Plan and manage business strategy effectively and thoroughly. Experience leading preparation and review of NAIC quarterly and annual statements, exhibits, schedules, notes, and related state insurance department filings. Cost accounting experience, including allocation methodologies, expense classification, reconciliations, variance analysis, and reporting of cost drivers. Proven record of leading cross-functional process improvement, standardization, automation, change management, and measurable operational transformation. AI literacy and practical experience evaluating or implementing AI-enabled finance solutions, with sound judgment regarding governance, validation, privacy, security, and human oversight. Strong internal control and risk management experience, including familiarity with SOX, COSO, or comparable frameworks. Ability to lead multiple concurrent priorities, manage through ambiguity, meet critical deadlines, and sustain performance in a highly regulated environment. Advanced analytical and diagnostic skills. Advanced project management skills. Advanced technical and business knowledge of banking and HIPAA transaction requirements to identify production issues and effectively communicating issues as necessary. Evaluate and responsibly deploy AI-enabled solutions for activities such as data validation, variance analysis, research, workflow monitoring, and management reporting. 2. Preferred Leadership Experience and Competencies Identify resources and training needs Promote and supports the overall quality principles and company quality program Develop an enthusiastic and positive work environment Negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to create win/win situations. Qualifications: 1. Required Work Experience 7 years of experience in GAAP, Statutory, and NAIC regulatory financial reporting, accounting, and transformation roles, with a focus on financial reporting guidelines and standards 2. Required Education Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field of study Preferred Qualifications: 1. Preferred Work Experience 10 years of experience in GAAP, Statutory, and NAIC regulatory financial reporting, accounting, and transformation roles, with a focus on financial reporting guidelines and standards 2. Preferred Education Masters Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field of study or experience 3. Preferred Licenses

ABOUT US:

PrideNow is Pride Global’ s light industrial staffing organization, a distinguished division within the Pride Global umbrella. Aligned with the overarching mission of Pride Global, we specialize in delivering top-tier human resources and workforce solutions to the light industrial industry. Leveraging the strength of our global network, PrideNow is dedicated to empowering diversity, ensuring compliance, and driving unparalleled success for businesses. As part of the Pride Global family, we bring forth a commitment to excellence and a comprehensive approach to meeting the unique staffing needs of our clients worldwide. Welcome to PrideNow, where our local expertise seamlessly integrates into the global excellence of Pride Global, shaping a future of dynamic workforce solutions.

BENEFITS DISCLOSURE:

Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - offer eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

EEO STATEMENT:

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. PrideGlobal and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodation: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr PrideNow