AVP & Actuary: Benefits & Protection Finance Leader

Principal International; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 179,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Asset Management in Des Moines, IA seeks an AVP & Actuary to lead the Benefits & Protection Financial Reporting team, driving financial projections, reserve valuation and reporting. You will influence investments, optimize processes and partner across the organization to support growth and profitability.

The role emphasizes strong leadership of a 19-member team, advanced actuarial expertise, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; minimum 15 years related experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving, presentation, and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to apply generalist skills such as strategic and long range visionary thinking.
• Strong background and knowledge in financial and budgetary matters.
• Knowledge of group benefit products a plus.
• Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) and Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA) designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial projections & analysis.
• Oversee reserve valuation.
• Manage financial reporting.
• Internal and external communication of results and drivers.
• Drive continuous process efficiencies and analytic improvement.
• Enterprise partnership and mindset.

Skills

Actuarial analysis

Leadership

Financial reporting

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

FSA/MAAA designation preferred

Job description

Principal Asset Management in Des Moines, IA seeks an AVP & Actuary to lead the Benefits & Protection Financial Reporting team, driving financial projections, reserve valuation and reporting. You will influence investments, optimize processes and partner across the organization to support growth and profitability.

The role emphasizes strong leadership of a 19-member team, advanced actuarial expertise, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.