career pathways: who will hire me?
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By: Samantha Meneilly
WHO WILL HIRE ME?
ActuaryCAREER #1:
Position #1: Experis Actuary
• Job Description: • Part of Asset Liability Management department.
• Responsible for the CFT
• Analyze profitability, risk, and other related fields
• Determine and implement Life and Annuity product development and pricing.
• Job Location: New York, NY
• Education Requirement: • BS in actuarial science, mathematics, and/or statistics
•Work Experience:• At least 3 years of relevant experience
• Required Skills/Knowledge:• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication skills.
Position #2: Actuarial Analyst for Millman• This position is for the field of health insurance. Responsibilities for this position include:
1. Assisting with Research Projects2. Reviewing and organizing statistical data.3. Adhering to budget and timelines4. Working towards ASA designation5. Job Location—New York, NY
• Educational Requirements:• Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Economics, or
Statistics
• At least of Society of Actuaries exam passed
• 0-2 years of relevant experience• Required Skills/Knowledge include:
• Strong Time Management Skills• PC Skills• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Job Description:• Perform actuarial tasks of both mathematical and quantitative nature.
• Categorize/organize data
• Interact with various other functions within the company.
• Job Location: New York, NY
• Level of Education Required:• BS in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or other related
field.
• Type of Work Experience Needed: Not Specified• Required Skills/Knowledge;
• 1-2 CAS Exams Passed• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel• Ability to work independently• Ability to work beyond normal business hours if necessary
Position #3: Actuarial Assistant for ACE Insurance
Accountant
CAREER #2
Position #1: Operation Audit Analyst• Some of the responsibilities in this position include:
• Act as liaison with external parties
• Asses Hedge Fund and operational risk, including fraud risk, back office sufficiency, and conflicts of interest.
• Review underlying fund, financial, and legal documents
• Perform background checks
• Meet with clients
• General Information:• Base salary of $50,000-$60,000 per year plus bonus
• Position location: New York, NY
• Level of Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (and strong academic achievement in college)• Type of Work Experience Needed:
• 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Prior Big 4 accounting experience
• Required Skills/Knowledge:• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent writing skills
Position #2: Staff Accountant• Job responsibilities include:
• Assist in monthly closings
• Prepare journal entries
• Handle account reconciliations
• Project maintenance and client billing
• General Information:• Position located in Albany, New York
• Annual salary of $50,000 to $60,000
• If granted position, GradStaff provides a service which offers critique to improve resume writing and interviewing skills, and other offers advice for job searching.
• Education Required:• 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience Needed:• 0-2 years
• Required Skills/Knowledge:• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Understanding of accounting and general ledger accounts
Position #3: Accountant for SPG• Job Responsibilities include:
• Maintain and balance consolidation system
• Prepare general ledger entries
• Develop and implement accounting procedures
• Convert data to general ledger system
• General Information:• Located in White Plains, NY
• Annual Salary: $40,000-$50,000
• Education Required:• 4-year degree—preferably in accounting or related field
• Experience Needed:• 0-2 years
• Required Skills/Knowledge:• Ability to evaluate and analyze data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications
Financial Analyst
CAREER #3
Position #1: Financial Analyst for SPG
• Job Responsibilities Include:• Prepare operational and financial reports
• Budget and forecast
• Build and utilize analytical tools
• Make recommendations to improve revenue streaming
•General Information: • Job Location: New York, NY
• Education Required:• Bachelors Degree in Finance
• Experience Needed:• 0-1.5 years
• Applicable Internships
• Required Skills/Knowledge• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong ambition to further one’s knowledge and skills
Position #2: Analyst for Realty Operations Group• Job Responsibilities:
• Monitor and analyze financial and operational performance
• Assist with preparation of portfolios
• Support preparation of budget and capital plans
• Market analysis ad reporting on rents, competition demographics, supply and demand drivers
• General Information:• Position Location—New York, NY
• Offers competitive salary and benefits, which include medical, dental, and 401(K)
• Education Requirements:• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or similar field.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
• Required Skills/Knowledge:• Solid analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills and proficiency in PowerPoint and Word
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
Position #3: Financial Analyst for AppleOne• Job Overview;
• Job Location: Aliso Viejo, CA
• Responsible for basic office duties
• True learning experience in which one is encouraged to take in as much information as possible
• Educational Requirements:• Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• Experience Needed:• At least 6 months of office experience
• Required Skills/Knowledge• Strong attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• High aptitude for learning