Higginbotham , a privately held, independent insurance and financial services firm that ranks within the top 20 nationwide, has an immediate opening for an Employee Benefits Financial Reporting Analyst .
Tasks:

• Evaluates the financial risk of medical & ancillary benefits for clients and prospective clients
• Proficiently communicates with internal/external customers using web-based tools
• Uses group experience and demographic analysis to drive future strategies such as plan changes, stop loss levels, funding changes, & contributions
• Creates RFPs for carriers and manages the financial part of the renewal
• Evaluates and explains financial analyses to internal benefit analysts/producers
• Presents explanation of financial analyses/strategies to external clients

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Underwriting experience required* (preferably with Large group experience)
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, Formulas, Charts, Graphs, Pivot Tables)
• Excellent knowledge of multiple types of health plan funding arrangements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
• Understanding of the client/broker/carrier relationship
• Proven experience with time management in various positions
• Proficiency in a variety of computer applications, as well as CRM Data entry systems
• Demonstrated dedication to providing superior customer service and gaining client loyalty
• Proficiency in mentoring, training, and presentation skills

Experience and Education:

• Undergraduate degree
• State Life & Health license preferred
• 3 years industry-specific experience
• 5 years retail and customer service experience

Location: ( Texas based) In office, hybrid or remote (dependent upon candidate and their skillset)

• Houston, TX
• Dallas, TX
• Fort Worth, TX
• Remote Opportunities available for Qualified Candidates