Manager, Cost Accounting

Cambia Health Solutions

Manager leading cost allocation, financial analysis and regulatory reporting for Cambia’s health insurance businesses. Hybrid leadership role supporting pricing, forecasting and process improvement.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timePortland • Idaho, North Dakota, Oregon, Utah, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $111,400 - $150,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost accounting methodologies, financial analysis, and regulatory reporting within the health care insurance sector. Proven ability to lead teams, implement process improvements, and develop strategic cost allocation policies.

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Cost Accounting ExperienceGAAP KnowledgeFinancial AnalysisRegulatory ReportingTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Cost Allocation MethodologiesFinancial Data AnalysisStatistical AnalysisBudgetingForecastingProcess ImprovementComplex AnalysisTechnical Business Case DevelopmentCost Accounting StandardsFederal Acquisition Regulations

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingCritical ThinkingSound JudgmentTeam CollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

PC SoftwareMainframe SystemsAI Tools and Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Health Care InsuranceCost Allocation PoliciesRegulatory ComplianceFinancial ReportingOperational Efficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the operation, direction, design and interpretation of complex cost allocation methodologies for Cambia and affiliated companies
Provide analytical support for product pricing, forecasting and operating cost efficiencies
Lead creation, analysis and reporting of financial data for pricing and monitoring major lines of business and products
Provide allocation-results analysis for operating decisions and business-unit performance evaluation
Develop and revise cost allocation policies, procedures and systems
Direct preparation of regulatory reports, analyses, forecasts and operating plans
Direct preparation and review of statistical drivers, journal entries, departmental reviews and setup
Review operating expense allocations, reports, analyses and projections
Work with outside auditors, consultants, regulators and customers on financial, reimbursement and accounting issues
Train, motivate and develop staff
Lead process-improvement analysis and recommendations using statistical data
Drive department-wide change activities, including improvements to close, budget, forecasting and reporting
Lead development and implementation of financial-system conversions and consolidations
Serve as a cost-allocation subject matter expert and consult with internal and external customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and 8+ years of Cost Accounting experience in health care insurance, or equivalent combination of education and experience
CPA preferred
Knowledge and application of GAAP, Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations and FEHBAR
Progressively increasing management experience and responsibilities
Analytical techniques, critical thinking and sound judgment
Ability to work with complex PC and mainframe software and systems
Ability to work with staff and management independently and in teams
Ability to plan, organize and lead others while developing department goals and objectives
Ability to manage, lead and develop analyst or SME teams with varying expertise and experience
Ability to analyze complex situations, learn quickly and synthesize solutions, options and action plans
Strategic understanding of cost allocations and alternatives in strategic scenarios
Experience conducting complex analysis and creating and articulating technical business cases, including budgetary and short- and long-term business impacts
Ability to identify, diagnose, influence and implement process improvements
Experience with AI tools and technologies highly desired
Candidates must reside within commutable distance of a listed office
Background check required
Wired internet connection required for work-from-home option, with minimum upload speed of 5Mb and download speed of 10Mb
Personal mobile device required for MFA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay
Market-leading 401(k) with a significant company match
Potential discretionary 401(k) contribution based on company performance
Bonus opportunities; 15% bonus target
Medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and eligible family members
Mental health benefits
Annual employer contribution to a health savings account
Generous paid time off varying by role and tenure
10 company-paid holidays
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off after 12 months of continuous service
Award-winning wellness programs that reward participation
Employee Assistance Fund
Commute and parking benefits
Work from home options for most roles
Employee resource groups
Cambia-supported community outreach programs