Transamerica

Associate Actuary – Annuity Valuation

Transamerica$128K — $145K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or related field and 5 years of relevant experience.
  • FSA or equivalent professional designation, or ASA with 8 years of relevant experience.
  • In lieu of Bachelor's, will accept Master's in a relevant discipline and 4 years of experience.
  • Demonstrates leadership and organizational skills.
  • Communicates advanced mathematical concepts effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Proficient in computer skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform statutory valuation and reporting, including reserve calculations for annuity products.
  • Produce and review accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
  • Analyze drivers of change in results, including variances and model updates.
  • Execute actuarial models and ensure outputs are validated.
  • Support cash flow testing and broader financial reporting tasks.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to present findings and insights.
  • Identify opportunities for improving modeling processes and reporting efficiency.

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Bonus for Eligible Employees
  • Pension Plan
  • 401k Match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Disability Insurance
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Career Training & Development Opportunities
  • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually
  • Ten paid holidays per year
  • Be Well Company holistic wellness program
  • Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Back-Up Care Program
  • PTO for Volunteer Hours
  • Employee Matching Gifts Program
  • Inclusion and Diversity Programs
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Referral Bonus Programs
Full Job Description

Job Family

Actuarial

Job Description Summary

Leads and performs actuarial valuation and financial reporting for annuity products, including variable annuities and registered index-linked annuities (RILA). This role is responsible for statutory valuation, capital and reserve analysis, and delivering accurate, timely financial results. Partners with cross-functional teams to analyze model outputs, explain drivers of results, and ensure the integrity of actuarial reporting. May provide guidance to team members and contribute to ongoing improvements in actuarial modeling and reporting processes.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Perform statutory valuation and reporting, including reserve calculations and capital analysis for annuity products (VA, RILA)

  • Produce and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

  • Analyze and explain drivers of change in results (e.g., quarter-over-quarter variance, model updates, assumption changes)

  • Execute and interpret results from actuarial models, ensuring outputs are reasonable and validated prior to distribution

  • Support cash flow testing and contribute to broader financial reporting (including potential GAAP exposure)

  • Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders to present results and communicate key insights to management and auditors/regulators.

  • Identify opportunities to enhance modeling processes, controls, and reporting efficiency

  • Monitors and analyzes developments in actuarial techniques, laws and regulations applicable to company operations, and competitive developments in the marketplace.

  • May represent the company on industry and professional committees and/or with regulators.

  • May supervise a small team of employees.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or related field and 5 years of relevant experience.

  • FSA or equivalent professional designation. In lieu of FSA will accept ASA or equivalent professional designation and 8 years of relevant experience.

  • In lieu of Bachelor's, will accept Master's in a listed discipline and 4 years of relevant experience.

  • Demonstrates high quality leadership, judgment, organization and prioritization skills.

  • Effectively communicates, both verbally and in writing, advanced mathematical and analytical concepts to various audiences.

  • Works well under pressure and within time constraints to effectively accomplish individual and team objectives.

  • Excellent computer skills.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Utilize actuarial modeling platforms (e.g. MG-ALFA, Python-based tools, or similar systems) to perform valuation analysis


Working Conditions

  • This is a hybrid position requiring three days (Tuesday-Thursday) in office per week in one of our hub locations (Cedar Rapids or Denver). 

  • Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position
  • Occasional Travel <10%

  • Limited travel may be required

Compensation

The salary for this position generally ranges between $128,000 - $145,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus of 15% based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

Disclaimer:

Beware of fake job offers!

We’ve been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note:

  • We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.

  • Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer—not through text or email.


This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

What We Offer 

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. 

 

Compensation Benefits 

  • Competitive Pay 

  • Bonus for Eligible Employees 

 

Benefits Package 

  • Pension Plan 

  • 401k Match

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Disability Insurance

  • Medical Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Employee Discounts

  • Career Training & Development Opportunities

 

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits 

  • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

  • Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

  • Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars 

  • Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Back-Up Care Program

  • PTO for Volunteer Hours

  • Employee Matching Gifts Program

  • Employee Resource Groups

  • Inclusion and Diversity Programs

  • Employee Recognition Program

  • Referral Bonus Programs

 

About Transamerica

The Transamerica Corporation is an American holding company for various life insurance companies and investment firms operating primarily in the United States, offering life and supplemental health insurance, investments, and retirement services. The company has major offices located in Baltimore, Maryland; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Denver, Colorado; Norwood, Massachusetts; Exton, Pennsylvania; Harrison, New York; Johns Creek, Georgia; Plano, Texas; and St. Petersburg, Florida. Additional affiliated offices are located throughout the United States. In 1999, it became a subsidiary of Aegon, a European financial services company headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. Transamerica funds the Transamerica Institute, a nonprofit foundation which comprises the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies and the Transamerica Center for Health Studies.
Learn more about Transamerica
Industry
Founded
1904

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Transamerica

More Finance & Insurance Jobs

Find similar Associate Actuary – Annuity Valuation jobs: