Optum · 8 hours ago
Actuarial Analyst
Eden Prairie, MN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $107K/yrOptum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The Actuarial Analyst will research, analyze, and interpret quantitative data results, develop actuarial models, and assist in financial forecasting to improve health outcomes.
EducationHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Research, analyze and interpret quantitative data results by applying knowledge of data analysis, critical-thinking and healthcare experience/expertise
Perform data quality checks and usability analyses
Develop actuarial models for evaluating and projecting healthcare cost trends; perform data mining and analysis to identify key trends and drivers
Assist in preparation of medical expense and revenue forecasts
Develop SQL queries, building Excel based actuarial models and apply varying actuarial techniques to solve specific business needs
Maintain and expand current statistical models used to measure business results
Maintain actuarial reserve and revenue models; assist in development of assumptions and preparation of monthly estimates
Assist in completion of annual financial client reconciliation processes
Structure analytical results in a succinct and organized manner
Establish trusting professional relationships with actuarial team and internal business leaders
Maintain alignment of expectations and priorities
Qualification
Required
Actuarial exam track, having passed 1 or more Actuarial exams
Experience working in a corporate environment including experience collecting, analyzing and summarizing qualitative/quantitative data
Expertise working with formulas, calculations, charts, graphs in MS Excel
Preferred
Work or intern experience working in health care industry, Actuarial industry or another associated field
Experience building Excel based actuarial models
Experience with coding languages such as SQL (Structured Query Language), SAS (Statistical Analysis System) and/or VBA (Visual Basic for Applications)
Experience in data mining and data transformation/manipulation
Experience with predictive modeling and statistical analysis
Demonstrated advanced analytical skills with ability to analyze and interpret data through complex analysis
Proven solid communication skills (verbal and written)
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
Founded in 2011
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Castillo
Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
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Jay Green
Chief Financial Officer
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