Financial Analyst I

What You'll Do As a Financial Analyst joining our Business Owner Segment Actuarial Team, you will blend technical analysis with business partnership, leveraging tools such as Excel, SAS, and R to support actuarial studies, reporting, and product performance analysis. You’ll work on a variety of projects ranging from experience studies and in‑force pricing analysis to supporting new product implementations and ongoing business operations. You will collaborate closely with actuarial teams and internal partners, providing analytical support and helping resolve questions related to in‑force policies. Responsibilities Analyze and interpret financial, actuarial, and operational data to support life and disability insurance products. Conduct experience studies and in‑force product analysis to evaluate trends, performance, and profitability. Develop reports, models, and insights using analytical tools such as Excel, SAS, and R. Partner with actuarial, product, and business teams to support strategic initiatives, product launches, and ongoing business needs. Provide analytical support and respond to inquiries related to existing policies, product performance, and business operations. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in math, actuarial science, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Strong problem‑solving, leadership, and analytical skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience/familiarity with Excel (formulas, pivot tables, macros, etc.). Proficiency in SAS and R programming languages is preferred. Work authorization: applicants must not require immigration sponsorship. Compensation Non‑Exempt: $24.21 – $38.37 per hour. Exempt: $58,900 – $79,800 per year. Benefits Personal Time Off (PTO) provided for hourly (non‑exempt) employees. Pension eligible. Work Environment In‑office and hybrid (at least three office days a week) arrangements in Des Moines, Iowa. Equal Opportunity Employer Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr