Actuarial Analyst

Internationalinsuranceprofessionals; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with matching

Onsite fitness and café

Job summary

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is looking for an Actuarial Analyst to analyze healthcare costs, risk, pricing and forecasting in a fast-paced environment. You will gather and clean data, update actuarial models and prepare financial and enrollment reports to support corporate decision making.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental & vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, and an onsite gym and café to support your growth and work-life

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or another related field.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to provide clear messaging to explain complex information and ask clarifying questions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze healthcare costs, risk, pricing, forecasting and related projects.
• Gather, clean and analyze data from viable sources to identify trends.
• Update actuarial models for forecasting and monitor model effectiveness.
• Prepare financial, enrollment and ad hoc reports to support decision making.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

SQL knowledge

Education

Bachelors in Actuarial Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

SAS

SQL

Job description

Be part of a vision for a healthier Mississippi as an Actuarial Analyst.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi welcomes you to begin your career as an Actuarial Analyst in a dynamic and fast-paced atmosphere. Our highly competitive compensation package which includes medical benefits, 401(k), ample paid time off and a schedule that supports true work/life balance, allows you to begin your career and grow.

What You’ll Do:

Analyze healthcare costs, risk, pricing, forecasting and other projects to help improve quality and total cost of care by:

• Gathering, cleaning and analyzing data from viable data sources to identify trends;
• Updating actuarial models for forecasting and monitoring the models for effectiveness; and
• Preparing financial, enrollment and ad hoc reports to support corporate decision making and communicate results.

What to Expect:

A work environment with a focus on your health which allows you to thrive. The walking track, onsite gym and café are just a few of the highlights of the campus. Monthly Team Blue events allow you to meet new people and quickly become a member of the family.

Every day you will come to a structured work setting that demands you bring your best. Most importantly, the supportive onboarding process and continual development opportunities provide career paths leading into all areas of the business.

Working with us comes with a range of perks and benefits, including:

• Work hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm, M-F
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with matching
• Onsite fitness and café

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is an Equal opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

It’s good to be Blue!

Job-Specific Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or another related field.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to provide clear messaging to explain complex information as well as ask clarifying questions to ensure you deeply understand the communication.
• Written communication skills to ensure that communications and reports are accurate, objective, clear, constructive and complete.
  

Preferred include:

• Minimum GPA of 3.25.
• One SOA Exam passed.
• Working knowledge of databases, SAS and/or SQL to build queries that join correlated data for analysis or reporting.