Current openings at American Equity

The Actuarial Specialist is responsible for creating calculator tools that ensure mathematical accuracy in policy administration and illustration systems, as well as consistency with contract language. The incumbent exercises considerable discretion and judgment working under minimal guidance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Creates and maintains parallel actuarial calculators as a source for an system accuracy Serves as main point of contact for team towards the purpose of new business system validation Reviews marketing brochures and policy page changes for accuracy. Applies principles of finance and mathematics in providing analytical support to Product Reviews and interprets contract language relating to policy benefit calculations Provides calculation support of policy administration, values and benefits Requests, tests, and approves applicable system changes assisting with IT projects Research policy information in policy administration system to ensure consistency in calculations Contributes to department-wide process improvement efforts, including training product team on company process improvement program tools and methodologies, identifying inefficiencies and developing and prioritizing corrective actions Provides work direction to junior product/actuarial analysts and interns Performs other related work as assigned   SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct Reports: 0 EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:   Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, finance, mathematics, statistics or other related field of study Six (6) years of progressively responsible actuarial/financial analysis or related experience; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required Knowledge of policy values and benefit calculations for Fixed Indexed Annuities and/or Indexed-Linked Annuities KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Expert/advanced level of ability in Microsoft Excel is a must. Ability to build annuity transaction product calculator tools Strong systems aptitude Strong customer service orientation Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively present information and respond to questions Advanced mathematical skills and strong attention to detail Ability to work cooperatively and successfully with employees, customers, and other outside third parties Strong organizational and planning skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals and technical/operational procedures Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions on practical problems that deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Ability to successfully adjust to changing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment Minimal to no travel is required in this position #LI-JH1 #Hybrid

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:    The Senior Accounting Analyst is responsible for the maintenance, accounting and reporting of private asset portfolios of American Equity Investment Life Insurance Holding Company and its' affiliates and subsidiaries.      **This position is based out of West Des Moines, IA and will work an on-site hybrid schedule**    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Responsible for the accounting and reporting of private assets. Responsible for investment accounting close activities including the preparation of journal entries, management reports and account reconciliations. Ensure compliance with internal control procedures and maintenance of evidence of controls. Assists in the review and maintenance of control documentation and ensures all controls are completed in time. Work closely with third-party accounting service providers to ensure accounting and reporting of investments is performed accurately and timely. Collaborate with and provide analysis to groups across the organization and relevant stakeholders and business leaders. Uploads and creates schedules in WINGS quarterly and annually for blue book reporting. Works with Accounting to reconcile cross check errors. Completes certain data requests from rating agency surveys (AM Best, S&P and Fitch). Complete and distribute quarterly STAT & GAAP Investment Disclosures. Provide necessary information, reports and analysis for internal/external auditors and tax specialists. Contribute to automation and continuous improvement projects. Perform other duties and projects as required.   SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None required for this position.   EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:    Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in accounting, finance or related field of study; plus five (5) years of progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Proficiency with SAP, Blackrock Aladdin, Precision LM, eFront, WINGS, and Microsoft Excel preferred.   CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS: CPA preferred.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the investment industry, including financial data management and reporting. Mortgage loan and private asset background valuable but not required. Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Strong attention to numeric and other details; ability to work independently. Ability to work effectively with co-employees, customers, and other outside third parties. Ability to successfully handle pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to effectively present information to management. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents from regulatory agencies, and other members of the business community. Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply them to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Strong organizational and planning skills. Ability to identify technological and other opportunities that will improve processing efficiencies and work product.   #LI-SG1

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:    The Senior Financial Reporting & Accounting Analyst is responsible for assisting with the quarterly financial statement close process, preparation and review of quarterly and annual statutory financial statements, audited statutory financial statements, variance analysis and supplemental filings. The incumbent works closely with internal and external auditors on audits, participates in various actuarial and other related discussions and involved in preparation of quarterly risk-based capital calculations.   ** Position sits in West Des Moines and will work an onsite hybrid schedule**    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Assists with quarterly financial statement close process across the Company. Prepares and reviews various reconciliations as part of quarterly close process. Prepares and reviews key financial statement analysis files as part of quarterly close process. Contributes to process improvement initiatives for financial statement close process. Prepares and/or reviews: Quarterly/annual statutory financial statement filings. Audited statutory financial statements. Variance analysis. Supplemental filings. Quarterly RBC computations. Audited benefit plan financial statements. Works directly with internal and external auditors on various reviews and audits. Other accounting, reporting and record keeping work as needed across the Department. Performs other related work as assigned.   SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct Reports: None General Description of Indirect Reports (2 and 3-downs): None   EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:   Bachelor’s degree from a four-year credited college or university in accounting, finance or related field of study; plus five (5) years of progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Prior experience and proficiency with MS Excel, and MS Access. Experience working with annual statement software. Experience using Workiva is desired but not required.   CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS: CPA preferred.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the life and annuity insurance industry, including products issued, operating activities performed across the entity, and the regulatory environment. Broad understanding of financial statement accounts of a life and annuity company, including investment and actuarial balances. Knowledge of applicable Statutory financial reporting rules and regulations. Ability to update financial data to adhere to new taxonomies. Ability to successfully handle pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work to meet tight quarter-end deadlines, ensuring all tasks are completed on time. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to establish effective working relationships with internal and external parties at all levels. Strong attention to numeric and other detail; ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply to practical situations. Strong systems aptitude. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.   #LI-PL1 This description covers the major purpose and essential functions of the job.  It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each task is to be performed.  Employees may receive other job related instructions and be required to perform other job related work requested by their manager.  All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.