Actuarial Analyst

Health Actuarial AnalystAnalytical individual contributor. Closer to a modelling and analytics IC role than a reserving-cycle specialist because the scope spans pricing, forecasting, risk adjustment, and operational data.Entry-level Health Actuarial Analyst role in Washington, DC, supporting Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and ACO value-based care analytics. You'll contribute to pricing, IBNR, forecasting, risk adjustment, monthly reporting, and contract performance analysis while working with large claims, encounter, and enrollment datasets.RequirementsStrongly preferredBachelor's degree in a STEM field1-2 years of actuarial, healthcare analytics, or related experienceActively pursuing actuarial exams (progress toward ASA credential)Exposure to key actuarial functions such as IBNR, pricing, forecasting, or trend analysisInterest in or exposure to Medicare, Medicaid, or CMS ACO models (MSSP / REACH)Strong Excel skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsNice to haveInternship experience in health insurance or actuarial consultingFamiliarity with SQL, SAS, or PythonExposure to claims data (DRG/HCPCS/episode groupers) and risk adjustment models (HCC/RAF)Ability to help translate financial and healthcare data into clear, actionable insightsHigh attention to detail and eagerness to learnSelf-motivated, with an ability to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work both independently on well-defined tasks and collaboratively within a teamTools: Excel Domain: IBNR, pricing, forecasting, or trend analysis Medicare, Medicaid, or CMS ACO models