Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Tennessee

Manager, Strategic Planning

US-AnywhereRemote in Chattanooga, TN
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or project analysis
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects
  • MBA, CPA, or FPAC certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead the monthly enterprise expense forecasting process
  • Develop and align baseline and budgeted expenses with financial plans
  • Own and enhance budget and forecasting tools in collaboration with IT
  • Partner across departments to influence financial outcomes
  • Mentor and develop a team to strengthen analytical capabilities
  • Produce accurate and timely financial management reports
  • Support the annual planning process through financial analysis

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence enterprise financial decisions
  • Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional collaboration
  • Development and mentorship opportunities within the team
  • Continuous improvement in planning capabilities
  • Engagement in innovative financial solutions including AI enhancements
Full Job Description

The Strategic Planning team is seeking a driven and experienced Manager to lead our enterprise expense planning and budgeting processes. This role sits at the center of enterprise financial planning, with direct exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional decision-making.


What you’ll do:
•    Lead the monthly enterprise expense forecasting process, delivering timely, actionable insights to inform leadership decision-making
•    Own the development of baseline and budgeted expenses, ensuring alignment with both annual and long-range financial plans
•    Own the budget and forecasting tools, partnering with IT to prioritize enhancements, ensure system reliability, and continuously improve planning capabilities

•    Partner across departments to influence financial outcomes and drive disciplined expense management through cross-functional collaboration
•    Lead, mentor, and develop a team while strengthening analytical capabilities and driving continuous improvement in planning processes


What we’re looking for:
•    Proven experience in corporate budgeting and financial analysis, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders
•    Strong FP&A and financial modeling experience, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
•    Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and inform sound financial decisions
•    MBA, CPA or FPAC certification preferred
•    Experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) or similar financial planning tools preferred
•    Experience identifying and implementing process improvements, including leveraging AI-enabled solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

If you’re a strategic thinker who wants to influence enterprise financial decisions—not just report on them—this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the organization.

Additional Information:
•    Sponsorship is not available for this role
•    Travel to Chattanooga, Tennessee may be required during the final interview process

Job Responsibilities

  • Producing thorough, accurate and timely financial management reports for the organization.
  • Supporting the annual planning process including analysis and review of financial information and its impact on the business.
  • Preparing, maintaining, summarizing, and analyzing enterprise level financial models used for annual & long-range business plans and  budgeted expenditures from the companys corporate budget process.
  • Overseeing and evaluating the activities of financial staff responsible for supporting planning and financial transactions.

Job Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field or equivalent work experience

Experience

  • 5 years - Experience in accounting, finance or project analysis required

Skills\Certifications

  • Proficient in MicroSoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint)
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple projects related to operational workflow
  • Thorough understanding and knowledge of financial and accounting theory

N/A

Number of Openings Available

1

Worker Type:

Employee

Company:

BCBST BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc.

About Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Tennessee

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is a non-profit health insurance company that provides coverage to more than 3.5 million people. The company was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee. BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee offers a variety of health insurance plans, including individual and family plans, Medicare plans, and employer-sponsored plans. The company is committed to improving the health and well-being of its members and the communities it serves.
Learn more about Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Tennessee
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5,000 employees
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Founded
1945

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