Group Underwriter I

Pay Range: $47,500 - $88,000

Note: Individuals typically begin between the minimum to middle of the pay range

Prepare and analyze rate proposals and financial reports to support the Account Management and Sales Department in the account rate renewal process or new account process and execution of the account's contract. May assist with Reinsurance functions such as recovery and IBNR reporting, large claims tracking, reinsurance audits, and reinsurance renewals.

• Bachelor's degree or two years of specialized training/experience in group underwriting.

Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately with basic math formulas and concepts including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

• mathematical logic in practical situations.

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as group agreements, financial reports, and procedure manuals.

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Responsible for accurately calculating and analyzing rates for large employer groups using the historical utilization and demographics of the account. Extract and analyze historical data of the account to ensure accuracy and good logic. Analyze the overall composition of the group to ensure that the total risk is not excessive and identify any anomalies that may be present that would justify an adjustment. Produce accurate rate renewals and rate filings using pre-established guidelines approved by the State Insurance Commissioner. Provide consultation and creative recommendations to Marketing Department on the proposals produced. Support rate filing activities. Act as a resource for questions from accounts, Account Management, and Sales Department on rate renewal calculations and various financial arrangements. Collaborate with the underwriting and account management team to adjust rates and provide financial options as appropriate.

• Accurately prepare and analyze reports as required by account (5500, utilization reports, financial reports, financial accountings, financial settlements, etc.). Prepare, analyze, and reconcile monthly billings for self-insured accounts based on the terms of the contract with the account. Answer underwriting questions from accounts and Account Management and Sales Department on statistical and financial reports.

• Produce other data as needed to support the Account Planning process. Analyze and prepare rate proposals for new accounts based on information provided and be able to choose a course of action. Keeping HMSA's risk in mind.

• Identify, research, and resolve data problems when they arise. Identify, research, track, and report paid/unpaid large case amounts as needed. Prepare and audit monthly recovery reports with supporting documentation and respond timely to open queries. Aggregate and organize data submissions and narratives for reinsurance audits and reinsurance renewal submissions.

• Perform all other miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as directed or assigned.

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