Staff Vice President (VP) Finance

Staff Vice President (VP) Finance

Location : May be located in any Elevance Health PulsePoint office preferably in Indianapolis, IN, Atlanta, GA, Mason, OH, Richmond, VA, Norfolk, VA or Woodland Hills, CA.

(This role requires associates to be in-office at least 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered. Please note that per our policy on hybrid / virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law).

Summary

This role serves effectively as the CFO for two Carelon business units - Specialty Care Solutions (SCS) and Palliative Care. The CFO is a key member of the SCS and Palliative leadership teams, responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of these organizations. The CFO provides strategic financial guidance to ensure the company's long-term growth, stability, and profitability. This role partners closely with the Presidents and other senior leaders in the business to drive financial performance, manage risk, and align financial strategies with organizational goals.

Team Scope

6 direct reports

Position Responsibilities

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to :

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute financial strategies that support the business strategy and long-term objectives.

Advise the business Presidents and executive teams on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation.

Participate in corporate strategy discussions, mergers and acquisitions, and major investment decisions.

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee all financial operations, including financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, accounting standards, and audit requirements.

Present accurate and timely financial statements, analyses, and reports to the business Presidents and executive teams.

Risk Management & Compliance

Identify, evaluate, and manage financial and operational risks.

Maintain effective financial controls, interfaces, and processes to ensure fiscal integrity and compliance with corporate governance standards.

Oversee business unit projects involving significant monetary investment.

Operational Excellence

Lead and mentor direct reports to ensure strong performance and professional development.

Optimize financial processes and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Manage cash flow, working capital, and investment portfolios to maintain financial health and liquidity.

Position Requirements

Requires a BA / BS in accounting, finance, or business administration and minimum of 8 years related experience in areas such as financial operations, financial analysis, administrative cost allocations and analysis, budgets, and forecasting which includes prior management experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences

Masters degree preferred. CPA, CFA, CMA, or CCM preferred.

Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred

For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary

• range for this specific position is $170,000 to 306,000.

Locations

California; Colorado; Columbus, OH; Illinois, Minnesota; New Jersey; New York

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient / member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.