Actuarial Process Manager - Cincinnati, OH

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Actuarial

Full-time

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and business-savvy Actuarial Process Manager to join our Corporate Actuarial Team. This is a critical business-side role, not an IT position. The successful candidate will be the central figure in managing and optimizing the complex processes that underpin our recurring actuarial financial reporting.

Your primary mission will be to own our periodic "run book" processes, driving continuous improvement to ensure they are executed with maximum efficiency and accuracy. Concurrently, you will be a key change agent, helping to lead the adoption of a modern, agile-like framework for department project execution and product development. You will act as the crucial liaison between our corporate actuarial and IT teams, translating complex business needs into actionable plans and driving for tangible results.

Position Location:

• This is a hybrid role working partially in-office and partially from home.

What you do:

• Run Book Process Ownership:




• Take full ownership of the end-to-end recurring actuarial run book and financial reporting execution processes.
• Continuously analyze existing workflows to identify bottlenecks, risks, and opportunities for automation and improvement.
• Collaborate with Actuarial, Operations, and IT stakeholders to implement process enhancements that improve speed, accuracy, and auditability.
• Develop and maintain clear documentation, controls, and metrics for all reporting-cycle activities.




• Product Vision & Backlog Management:




• Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap for our core actuarial modeling and reporting systems.
• Manage and prioritize the department's product backlog for technology enhancements, bug fixes, and new features, ensuring work aligns with strategic business objectives.
• Support the translation of the modeling and data needs for 10 major product lines (Life, Annuity, RP, Disability Income) into clear, concise user stories and acceptance criteria for the IT development team.




• Stakeholder Collaboration & Leadership:




• Serve as the primary point of contact between the department and IT partners, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
• Facilitate planning sessions, retrospectives, and stakeholder workshops to ensure alignment and clear communication.
• Effectively communicate department product strategy, priorities, progress, and risks to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.




• Agile Framework Adoption & Execution:




• Champion and drive the team's adoption of the company's modern, agile-like delivery framework.
• Promote a culture of iterative progress, continuous feedback, and accountability.
• Work with Scrum Masters and development leads to ensure the team is focused, productive, and successfully delivering value each cycle.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required, with a focus on Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Information Technology, Insurance, or a related field.
• 4-7+ years of experience in a role such as Product Owner, Product Manager, Business Analyst, or a similar process-oriented business role within a large, complex organization.
• Proven business acumen with a deep understanding of core business processes, preferably within the financial services or insurance industry.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a talent for identifying the root cause of issues and designing effective solutions.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated experience managing competing priorities and driving projects to successful completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of agile principles and iterative development frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Strong familiarity with insurance products life cycle management, particularly Life, Annuity, and/or Disability Income insurance.
• Direct experience with financial reporting, month/quarter-end close processes, and actuarial modeling functions in areas like pricing or valuation.
• Solid understanding of and experience working with financial controls.
• A significant advantage would be proficiency in BI tools like PowerBI and a working knowledge of SQL for data exploration and validation.
• Formal certification as a Product Owner (e.g., CSPO, PSPO) or Project Management Institute (PMI) is a strong plus.
• Experience with project management and collaboration tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, SharePoint, or Microsoft Project.

What we offer:

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture
Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.
At Ameritas, you'll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don't:

Ameritas Benefits
For your money:
* 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution.
* Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance.
* Incentive Program Bonuses.
* Competitive Pay.

For your time:
* Flexible Hybrid work.
* Thrive Days - Personal time off.
* Paid time off (PTO).

For your health and well-being:
* Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision.
* Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
* Well-being programs with financial rewards.
* Employee assistance program (EAP).

For your professional growth:
* Professional development programs.
* Leadership development programs.
* Employee resource groups.
* StrengthsFinder Program.

For your community:
* Matching donations program.
* Paid volunteer time- 8 hours per month.

For your family:
* Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave.
* Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
* Backup child, elder and pet care support.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we're committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

The pay range posted reflects a nationwide minimum to maximum covering all potential locations where the position may be filled. The final determination on pay for any position will be based on multiple factors including role, career level, work location, skill set, and candidate level of experience to ensure pay equity within the organization. This position will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits package (see above for details). This position will be eligible to participate in our Short-Term Incentive Plan with the annual target defined by the plan.

Pay Range Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay.

The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience.

$106,092.00 - $175,052.00 / year

Pay transparency is rooted in principles of fairness, equity, and accountability within the workplace. Sharing pay ranges for job postings is one way Ameritas shows our commitment to equitable compensation practices.