Actuarial Modeler - Valuation and Projections

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Americo is seeking an experienced and results-driven Actuarial Modeler to lead key modeling functions across our life and annuity portfolio. This role is ideal for an ASA or FSA with modeling experience who wants to play a hands-on role in financial reporting, model governance, and team leadership. The Actuarial Modeler will oversee model development for key functions such as planning, cash flow testing, principles based reserving, Asset Liability Matching (ALM), ERM, and guide the continued evolution of Americo’s Prophet 360 modeling environment.

This position is fully in-office and located in downtown Kansas City, MO.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead model development efforts to support actuarial projections.
• Oversee and mentor a team of actuarial associates responsible for valuation, reporting, and related analysis.
• Maintain, validate, and enhance Prophet 360 models used for projections of life and annuity products.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of reserves, projections, and model results through rigorous validation and controls.
• Collaborate with Finance, Risk, and IT to support audit readiness, improve process automation, and strengthen model governance.
• Monitor and interpret regulatory changes impacting valuation, including principles based reserves, GAAP LDTI and statutory reporting updates.
• Provide leadership in assumption setting, experience studies, and methodology documentation.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives that improve efficiency, governance, and cross-functional collaboration within the actuarial team.

Experience and Qualifications

Preferred Skills

About Us

Americo : We’re in this for life!

The roots of the Americo family of companies date back more than 100 years. Americo is a life insurance and annuity company providing innovative products to our customers. At Americo, it’s the people who make things work, so we hope you join us!

What you’ll love about working at Americo :

Compensation :

Our competitive pay and robust bonus program, offered to all associates, will make you feel valued.

Learning and development :

We prepare you for success with a comprehensive, paid training program. Additionally, our Talent Development team creates various development opportunities for associates at every stage of their careers.

Work-life balance :

We value work-life balance with our generous paid time off; you begin accruing hours every month, and they increase with tenure. All new hires earn over three weeks of paid time off annually, plus 11 paid company holidays! We also support new mothers with a maternity leave program, along with paid STD and LTD.

Health and well-being :

We commit to your health and well-being and are proud to offer comprehensive health and life insurance options, including FSA or HSA accounts and subsidies to support your health and fitness goals through vendor partnerships at The Y, Orange Theory, WW, and more.

Future planning :

Americo offers a 401(k) with a company match. We also have tuition reimbursement programs to further your education.

Giving back :

We support several local organizations, such as Ronald McDonald House, Hope Lodge, the American Red Cross, Harvesters, and many more. Our associates volunteer their time and donate money alongside the company to make a difference in our community.

The fun stuff :

Americo participates in the Kansas City Corporate Challenge, a great way to connect with coworkers. Additionally, we host events like a Royals Party at the K, a legendary Holiday Party, and in-office events with local vendors to allow associates to step away from work and enjoy each other’s company.

Bustling environment :

Our newly renovated offices are conveniently located in downtown Kansas City, within walking distance of your favorite restaurants and attractions. Plus, you’ll receive complimentary paid parking near our Americo offices – downtown parking is a premium, but we’ve got you covered.

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