Technical Accountant

• →Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting or related field required
• →Master's degree in Accounting OR Certified Public Accountant designation (active or inactive) OR minimum 5 years' experience leading technical accounting research, accounting policy development, accounting position papers, and technical accounting analyses required

• Minimum 5 years' experience in public accounting, technical accounting, financial reporting, or regulatory accounting required
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Sr. Auditor, Sr. Accountant, project leadership, or similar role required
• Previous experience supporting audits or complex organizations, including coordination with internal audit teams, external auditors, or regulatory reviewers preferred
• Previous experience training or coaching others on accounting guidance, policy interpretation, and related documentation expectations preferred

• No travel

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting requirements, and technical accounting research.
• Experience researching, interpreting and applying accounting guidance to complex transactions, contracts, business arrangements, and new accounting standards.
• Experience preparing technical accounting memos, position papers, audit documentation, or related accounting analyses.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide team members and support their professional development.
• Advanced analytical and strategic thinking abilities, with a focus on problem-solving and decision-making.
• Experience with financial statement preparation and disclosures under GAAP.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation quality.
• Understanding of internal controls over financial reporting, control documentation, and risk management practices.
• Ability to communicate complex accounting concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including strong technical writing capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of statutory accounting principles or insurance industry accounting preferred.

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.