Chief Actuary

bcbsms; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is seeking a Chief Actuary to lead the development and implementation of pricing models and related rate recommendations. The role involves monitoring trends, reviewing reserving and financial reporting, and supporting forecast models and corporate initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds a Fellowship in the Society of Actuaries, Academy membership, and at least eight years as a health actuary, with preferred supervisory experience and strong MS Office, SAS,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or related field.
• Member of the Academy of Actuaries.
• Fellow in the Society of Actuaries.
• At least eight years of experience as a health actuary.
• Management and supervisory responsibilities preferred.
• PC skills including Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Working knowledge of databases, SAS, and/or SQL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement pricing models and related rate recommendations.
• Monitor trends and review financial reporting activities including reserving and restated statements.
• Aid in the development of financial forecast models and assumptions.
• Identify cost drivers and work with a multidisciplinary team to implement cost-management strategies.
• Provide professional certification guidance and support.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or other related field

Tools

MS Office

SAS

SQL

Job description

Healthy Careers Start Here

At Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi, we encourage professional growth in a challenging and fast-paced atmosphere. Our 'be healthy' culture promotes health and wellness at all levels of the Company, and we provide our employees with the time, tools and resources to commit to a healthy lifestyle.

The Chief Actuary is responsible for the development and implementation of all pricing models and related rate recommendations, monitoring trends, reviewing financial reporting activities consisting of reserving, restated financial statements, and National Association of Insurance Commissioner actuarial exhibits, and aiding in the development of financial forecast models and assumptions. In addition, the Chief Actuary supports major corporate strategic initiatives and key performance objectives, as needed.The Chief Actuary is also responsible for identifying cost drivers and working with a multidisciplinary team to implement strategies to manage cost.The Chief Actuary provides professional certification.

Job-Specific Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or other related field.
• Member of the Academy of Actuaries.
• Fellow in the Society of Actuaries.
• At least eight years of experience as a health actuary required.
• Management and supervisory responsibilities preferred.
• PC skills to include Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Working knowledge of databases, SAS, and/or SQL preferred.

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.

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that is worth approximately one-third of the salary compensation.
• Our benefits program is among the best in the health care field.

We are looking for employees who can bring their experience, expertise and dedication to work for our customers.