Senior Actuarial Analyst
EMPLOYER: A-CAP Services LLC
DEPARTMENT: Finance - Actuarial
REPORTS TO: Chief Actuary
LOCATION: Onsite in Des Moines, IA
ABOUT THE COMPANY
A-CAP is a leading provider of capital and third-party asset management solutions. Through our synergistic platform of insurance carriers, reinsurers, and asset management businesses, A-CAP delivers tailored capital solutions to individuals, insurance companies, and small- to medium-sized businesses.
Backed by a leadership team and operational experts with deep expertise across insurance, reinsurance, and asset management sectors, A-CAP is committed to delivering meaningful results and adding value to our clients and capital partners. This commitment is demonstrated through the industry-leading risk-adjusted returns we achieve, and the innovative capital solutions we provide to meet the needs of a diverse range of partners.
A-CAP's Core Business Includes:
- Capital Solutions
- Commercial Real Estate
- Third-party Asset Management
- Private Credit
- Primary Insurance Carriers
- Accredited Reinsurers
A-CAP has an immediate opening for a self-motivated, resourceful, and well-organized candidate to join the team as a Senior Actuarial Analyst with an initial focus on Experience Studies, Reserving, Reporting, Data Analysis and Modeling for annuities and life insurance products. This opening will have direct exposure to each of the group’s insurance operating companies as well as close interaction with the company’s management team. The Senior Actuarial Analyst will have the opportunity to participate in many aspects of the company’s actuarial functions and will work closely with leadership from the finance, technology and actuarial teams. This role offers scope for tremendous growth as A-CAP continues to grow and expand its business. This is a rare opportunity for an actuary to contribute to multiple actuarial functions within a high-growth insurance organization.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Perform Annuity & Life Insurance modeling, including modeling enhancements using GGY AXIS.
- Support reserving & reporting activities.
- Assist with reinsurance administration & reporting.
- Perform data analysis.
- Support pricing as needed.
- Support subsidiary insurance companies’ other core actuarial functions as needed (valuation, cash flow testing, pro-forma/business planning, risk management, etc.) with opportunities to rotate through various actuarial functions on a short-term basis.
- Work closely with key stakeholders.
- Support additional actuarial projects as needed.
- Opportunity to participate in a student program, while working in assumption setting.
- Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with senior decision-makers and external vendors.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, actuarial science, or related field with 3+ years of actuarial experience.
- Two or more exams passed toward the ASA/FSA designation.
- Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite and GGY AXIS (or similar actuarial software). Tech-savvy is a plus.
- Experience with annuity or life products and relevant actuarial work (Experience Studies, Reserving, Pricing, Modeling, etc.).
- Strong organizational skills and ability to communicate in a professional and concise manner, both verbally and written.
- Ability to work independently in an opportunity-rich, dynamic environment with a steep learning curve.
- Experience with asset modeling, cash flow testing & reinsurance, particularly for fixed annuity products.
- Experience with pre-need and/or final expense life insurance products.
- Experience with US Statutory and/or GAAP financial reporting.
BENEFITS:
A-CAP works hard to create a positive and supportive environment. That's why we offer great benefits to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Competitive compensation programs
- Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Life & AD&D Insurance (for employees and families)
- Paid Disability Insurance (STD + LTD)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
- Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with employer match
- And other benefits and perks!
POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., 40 hours weekly, or as otherwise arranged with the manager of the department.
US work authorization is required.
Who We Are: http://www.acap.com/
EEO Statement
A-CAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion or any other personnel action based on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Know Your Rights poster. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. To request an accommodation, contact hr@acap.com and we will make every effort to respond to your request within 48 business hours to work towards a positive solution.
Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.