Actuarial Manager – Medicaid Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona.

📋 Description

• Oversee Medicaid and public-sector consulting initiatives from inception to completion.

• Manage project work plans, set priorities, control budgets, and establish timelines while coordinating teams and offering direction.

• Provide updates, present findings, and highlight risks to both clients and leadership.

• Conduct actuarial, financial, and healthcare data analyses.

• Spearhead the development of models, forecasts, and deliverables.

• Analyze data to uncover trends and offer actionable insights.

• Enhance and maintain analytical tools, methodologies, and quality control processes.

• Foster client relationships and deliver customized solutions.

• Identify opportunities for growth and assist in crafting proposals and business development strategies.

• Represent the organization at industry conferences and offer expertise for various engagements.

• Mentor and cultivate the skills of team members.

• Guide team members on analytical projects while promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.

• Advocate for a culture of excellence and innovation within the team.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree.

• A bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, or a related quantitative discipline (preferred).

• Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) designation (preferred).

• Minimum of five years of pertinent experience in actuarial work, healthcare consulting, Medicaid, managed care, or healthcare analytics (preferred).

• Proven leadership experience, including managing projects, workstreams, or consulting assignments, as well as mentoring or developing actuarial or consulting professionals.

• Experience in analyzing healthcare claims, enrollment, eligibility, or financial data.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex information to clients and internal stakeholders.

• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities.

• Proficient in SQL, SAS, R, or Python, along with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

• Ability to appropriately manage protected health information and other sensitive data.

• Experience collaborating with state Medicaid agencies, Medicaid managed care organizations, or other public healthcare programs.

• Understanding of Medicaid managed care financing, actuarial rate development, healthcare program operations, and relevant CMS requirements.

• Experience in supporting proposals, business development, or the creation of new consulting services.

• Willingness to travel occasionally based on client and business requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company matching.

• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.