Para-Actuary I

Role overview

This position is with Aflac Incorporated in its Corporate Actuary division. It is based in Georgia, with a hybrid work arrangement that requires reporting to the Columbus, GA office for at least 60% of the workweek and working remotely from a home location within the continental US for the rest of the week. The schedule specifics are arranged with leadership. The role sits within a large, well-known insurance company recognized for its workplace culture and ethical standards.

Work environment and schedule

The role is designated as hybrid. Team members should expect regular in-office presence in Columbus, Georgia for a minimum of 60% of the week, with the remainder completed from home. Travel may be required up to 10% or less.

Key duties

The position supports financial reporting and actuarial operations. Work may vary depending on the functional area, such as pricing or valuation.

• Assist with monthly and quarterly financial reporting tasks.
• Collect information from different systems and departments to support actuarial requests.
• Compile, classify, and analyze data for experience studies, using both PC and mainframe environments, and prepare related reports.
• Prepare statistical schedules covering items such as premiums and reserves.
• Support the preparation of statutory annual statements and other year-end reporting.
• Research industry legislation, review insurance laws and regulations, and help assess their impact on company policies and services.
• Coordinate with state insurance departments to address questions, interpret regulations and rate filings, and clarify changes in business practices.
• Build analytical models and reports for special studies using SQL, Excel, and Visual Basic.
• Run and adjust existing programs related to asset shares, reserve factor development, loss ratio studies, lapse rate studies, and company projections.
• Help with new product development, assumption setting, and pricing, while checking that data sources are complete and accurate.
• Maintain accurate records, databases, and filing systems for quick access to department information and correspondence status.
• Gather information and produce productivity, statistical, and other ad hoc reports.
• Support internal and external audits as well as statutory examinations.
• Carry out other assigned duties as needed.

Skills and competencies

The role calls for strong communication, attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage deadlines in a collaborative environment. It also requires comfort working with data, reports, and business stakeholders.

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SQL
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Actuarial modeling and reporting
• Project coordination and prioritization
• Business acumen
• Stakeholder communication and influence
• Accuracy and detail orientation
• Problem solving and decision-making
• Knowledge of accounting basics

Success factors

• Act with integrity.
• Communicate effectively.
• Continue developing professionally.
• Serve customers well.
• Support change.
• Contribute to organizational goals.
• Work effectively with diverse populations.

Education and experience

A bachelor’s degree is required in Mathematics, Business Administration, Statistics, Computer Science, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline. Candidates should have 0 to 2 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional qualifications

Basic knowledge of accounting principles is preferred. The role expects excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. The company notes that this position involves actuarial competencies at a basic level across technical knowledge, project management, communication, business knowledge, delivering results, self-development, influencing, decision-making, and values-driven conduct.

Total rewards

The stated base salary range is $50,000 to $65,000. Compensation is determined using factors such as education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and peer compensation. The company also notes that hires are not usually brought in at the very top of the range to allow room for future salary growth.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health care flexible spending; dependent care flexible spending; supplemental policies for accident, cancer, critical illness, and hospital indemnity at no cost to the employee; 401(k) plans; annual bonuses; and an opportunity to buy company stock. Each year, employees are offered 11 paid holidays and up to 20 days of PTO for any reason, plus state-mandated sick leave where eligible and other eligible leaves of absence. The employer states that it complies with all applicable leave laws, including sick and safe leave, adoption leave, and parental leave.

Other notes

The posting lists a job ID of 9429. The job posting end date is noted as recruiter to complete.

We’ve Got You Under Our Wing

The company describes itself as a long-established voluntary insurance provider and a Fortune 500 organization with a strong brand and an emphasis on community, relationships, employee development, and ethical business practices.