Actuarial Analyst

Location(s) : Chicago, Illinois, Life-Lackland Road-St Louis-MO, P&C-Great Oaks Way-Alpharetta-GA, P&C-River Run Drive-Birmingham-AL

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Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

TEAM SUMMARY:

Kemper proudly serves growing niche and underserved markets by providing appropriate and affordable insurance and financial solutions. This is enabled by a team of dynamic, innovative employees who act like owners and are continually driven by intellectual curiosity, analytical superiority, and being world-class operators.

Kemper Life has a talented actuarial team that believes in this strategic intent. This role is a great opportunity for the right person who wants to be part of a team in a dynamic growing company. We are looking for the person who can help us make a difference by best serving the needs of our customers. Come join us in Growing for LIFE.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As an Actuarial Analyst, you will perform intermediate analyses and provide actuarial support for producing financial results. This position works closely with the VP Valuation, Chief Actuary, Director Modeling Actuary, Accounting, and Finance to develop appropriate tools and procedures for reporting financial results. Pursuing actuarial accreditation (ASA, FSA).

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual valuation processes. Deliver timely, accurate and auditable reports for GAAP, Statutory, and Tax as well as analysis of financial trends and forecasts.
• Create clear documentation and notes supporting new processes.
• Identify opportunities to enhance analysis and improve efficiencies and assist with the implementation.
• Work closely with business partners to support bringing external consultant valuation processes, management reporting, and analysis in-house.
• Contribute to the production and monitoring of product line profitability (GAAP, value-added, statutory, etc.).
• Assist with internal and external audit requests.
• Communicate effectively with management and team members.
• Develop skills through continuing education opportunities.
• Meet expectations for Society of Actuaries (SOA) exam progress and/or continuing education.
• Adhere to internal and external compliance requirements/standards.
• Assist management on any ad hoc requests.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, economics or related field.
• 1 or more years of actuarial experience, Life valuation experience preferred.
• Successful completion of 1 or more actuarial exams.
• Experience with actuarial modeling software (e.g. GGY-AXIS, MG-ALFA, PolySystems, etc.) preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and VBA.
• Proficiency in SQL or SAS.
• Analytical skills.
• Knowledge of actuarial valuation methodologies and practices.
• Sponsorship is not accepted for this opportunity.
• The range for this position is $53,600 to $93,700. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. This job is also eligible for our Kemper benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.).
• This is an onsite role with occasional work from home opportunities out of our Chicago, IL, Birmingham, AL, Alpharetta, or St. Louis, MO office.

Kemper is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper is focused on expanding our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to align with our vision, mission, and guiding principles.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.

About Us

The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. With approximately $13 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by providing affordable and easy-to-use personalized solutions to individuals, families and businesses through its Kemper Auto and Kemper Life brands. Kemper serves over 4.8 million policies, is represented by approximately 22,300 agents and brokers, and has approximately 7,600 associates dedicated to meeting the ever-changing needs of its customers. Learn more at Kemper.com.

Our employees enjoy great benefits:

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.