Director, Mergers & Acquisitions and Special Projects

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we've been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina ... and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

Position Purpose

Under the guidance of the AVP, Planning, Analysis & Special Projects, leads the strategic investment and M&A team. Performs market research, competitive analysis, valuation, and financial modeling services. Leads due diligence efforts and develops materials suitable for distribution to senior management. Tracks performance via updated financial models with an entity's actual results, overseeing accounting and reporting for certain entities acquired, and supporting acquired businesses on a managerial consulting basis as needed. Performs special projects for the company in support of both finance and accounting requirements.

Logistics: BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina-Corporate.

• Location: This is a full-time position (40-hours/week) working Monday-Friday on-site at 4101 Percival Rd Columbia SC, in an office environment.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinates M&A activity across all lines of business. Responsibilities include target and market research, due diligence, valuation, financial modeling, agreement negotiation, development of BCBSSC management review materials, and deal closing.

• With the AVP, manages strategic investment and M&A opportunity project flow.

• Assists with the integration of acquisitions into our corporate structure.

• Coordinates with BCBSSC management personnel across various lines of business to perform special projects as requested of the AVP.

• Responsible for Foundation and Alpine financial reporting and audited statements.

• Manages special projects team within Corporate Finance to support both finance and accounting functions.

• Prepares goodwill impairment analysis for acquired entities.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need The Following:

• Required Education: Bachelors in a job-related field.

• Required Work Experience: 10+ years of progressively responsible financial or other job-related experience in the health insurance/health benefit industry, or comparably complex environment including 3 years of supervisory/management experience OR 3 years of equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment:

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance * Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Education Assistance

• Service Recognition

• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more.

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next: After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilitiesand protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.comor call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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