Actuarial Associate: Data-Driven Modeling & Analysis

Sammons Financial Group Inc.; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

ESOP

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sammons Financial Group in West Des Moines, IA seeks an Associate level actuary to perform technical actuarial tasks including modeling, data analytics, product development and financial reporting.

Role emphasizes understanding insurance products, applying assumptions, building models, and supporting regulatory reporting. SOA exam progression is expected, with ongoing actuarial designation pursued as part of development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or business required.
• 3–5 years of actuarial experience preferred.
• Strong mathematical ability and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have passed a minimum of three SOA exams and pursue actuarial designation.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical actuarial tasks related to modeling, data analytics, product development and financial reporting.
• Develop knowledge of products, contracts, regulations and cash flows for actuarial processes.
• Create and alter financial models; document inputs and results for accuracy.
• Analyze financial statements and report on profit measures as needed.
• Use data analysis tools to summarize and present key insights.
• Support risk quantification and develop mitigation techniques.

Skills

Actuarial science

Mathematics

Data analysis

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics or business

Tools

Actuarial software

Spreadsheet tools

Job description

Sammons Financial Group in West Des Moines, IA seeks an Associate level actuary to perform technical actuarial tasks including modeling, data analytics, product development and financial reporting.

Role emphasizes understanding insurance products, applying assumptions, building models, and supporting regulatory reporting. SOA exam progression is expected, with ongoing actuarial designation pursued as part of development.