Financial Underwriter

Humana; Juneau (AK); Remote; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health insurance company is seeking a Financial Underwriter 1 to join their Group Medicare team in Juneau, Alaska. This remote position involves underwriting for medical and pharmacy, and preparing financial reports for small to mid-size accounts. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Competitive benefits and a flexible work environment are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively and professionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates effective planning and time management.
• Exhibits attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Underwrites for medical and pharmacy, computing rates for group accounts.
• Prepares ratings and financial reports for Medicare eligible members.
• Provides rationale and support for rate computations and financial activity.

Skills

Knowledge of Risk Pool Management

Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Analytical skills and creative problem-solving abilities

Exceptional time management and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Statistics, Finance or Mathematics

Job description

Overview

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first

An exciting opportunity exists to join Humana’s Group Medicare Underwriter team as a Financial Underwriter 1. This position underwrites for medical and pharmacy and will compute rates for both renewing and prospective group accounts. The Financial Underwriter 1 will perform a variety of research and analytical work assignments which are often straightforward and of moderate complexity.

The Group Medicare Financial Underwriter 1 prepares rating for small to mid-size accounts along with limited variety of financial reports for groups offering retirement benefits to Medicare eligible members. Provides rationale and support to other areas within the organization and to clients regarding rate computations and financial activity. Provides accurate analysis of financial and benefit exhibits. Demonstrates effective planning and time management and has clear and concise communication skills. Exhibits attention to detail and organizational skills. Understands own work area professional concepts/standards, regulations, strategies and operating standards. Makes decisions regarding own work approach/priorities and follows direction. Work is managed and often guided by precedent and/or documented procedures/regulations/professional standards with some interpretation.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of Risk Pool Management
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to follow process
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Analytical skills and creative problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively and professionally in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Health Insurance related experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Statistics, Finance or Mathematics
• Prior Underwriting or Financial Analysis/Risk Analysis experience

Additional Information

Work-At-Home Requirements

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:

• At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
• Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
• Associates who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
• Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
• Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

SSN Information:

Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from [e-mail] with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana’s secure website.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduling and Compensation

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$48,900 - $66,200 per year

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 09-10-2025

About us

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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