Senior Actuarial Analyst Location West Des Moines, IA : Description: Are you an insurance professional with two or more years of valuation data experience and an actuarial and/or technical background? Do you want to continue your career with an outstanding life insurance organization? If so, then Homesteaders may have an opportunity for you! Homesteaders is a market-leading life insurer that has ambitious plans to rapidly grow and better serve an ever-growing segment of the older age market and their families. If you would like to be part of a small team whose work directly contributes to the success of the organization, this could be the role for you. You will have access Leadership from across the organization and develop an enterprise view of the business along with further developing your technical skills and abilities and general business acumen.
In this role, you will work independently, on team-based projects within the department, and as part of cross-functional teams. A successful candidate will have at least 2 years of progressive experience in the life insurance industry with a focus on insurance product reporting and valuation. Up to 50% of the role will entail work with SQL and Python to generate recurring and ad-hoc reporting for use in the company's valuation, profitability analysis and sales management. As an Actuarial Services team member, you will be responsible for:
Completing monthly financial reporting responsibilities on individual and group life and annuity business Performing regular and ad-hoc data analysis to support profitable sales growth. Compiling new business and inforce experience analysis As well as Support:
New product development and system implementations Internal and external financial audits Peer review of other department members' work product This position will also support other functional areas to complete risk management initiatives, capital management activities and sales administration requests.
Homesteaders Life Company, a mutual company owned by its policy holders, is a national leader providing products and services to help people design a better farewell. Founded in 1906, Homesteaders is known for secure preneed funding and innovative solutions that help funeral and end-of-life professionals and consumers connect with each other.
Requirements: Four-year college degree preferably in mathematics, actuarial science or a related field. Minimum completion of two actuarial examinations with intention to secure SOA designation(s) preferred. Two or more years of life insurance experience in the actuarial department or other technical area. A strong understanding of insurance product reserving and valuation. Must be proficient in data management with SQL and Python experience strongly preferred. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office software applications particularly Excel. Experience with PowerBI a plus. Other factors for a successful candidate are:
Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, develop hypothesis, present conclusions and defend recommendations. Exceptional organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to follow through and accomplish results with minimum supervision. Must be able to use data available in new and creative ways to understand and learn about the characteristics of our customers, consumers, and products. Demonstrated an ability to learn new software applications and to understand how they work. Be able to "deconstruct" calculations to understand the exact nature of how something is done in a software package and evaluate inconsistencies between software packages. Must have strong documentation skills, and be responsible for adhering to relevant Actuarial Standards of Practice Must be able to work independently and also in a team-based environment. Must be willing to push oneself to find answers independently, but also be willing to seek help from peers/experts when stuck. Candidate must be flexible to accommodate changing department and corporate priorities. Must have or develop presentation skills to communicate results of work completed to multiple audiences (actuarial peers, Sales leadership, Company Leadership, etc.) Our benefits include: Homesteaders offers competitive compensation and benefits, health and wellness programs, professional development opportunities and much more.
An excellent schedule - office closes at 1 p.m. every Friday Annual profit sharing 401(k) with company match with discretionary contribution Company-sponsored group medical and dental insurance Company-paid life insurance Company-paid long-term disability Hybrid work environment Paid holidays Generous vacation time and sick leave Paid parental leave Casual dress year-round Professional membership and licensing dues reimbursement Tuition reimbursement Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Matching gift program We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you're new to the workforce, returning to work after a gap in employment or taking the next step in your career path, we will be delighted to have you as part of our candidate pool. Apply today!
We are currently not hiring in Colorado, Montana, New York, Illinois, Minnesota, and California. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
