COLE MUELLER
Houston,TX
Summary
Healthcare actuarial analyst with over 3 years of experience in cost projections, IBNR reserve estimation, and network discount analyses for employer-sponsored medical benefit plans. Proven ability to manage analytical work across a 50+ client portfolio, support client-facing teams through ad hoc analyses and plan performance insights, and mentor junior analysts on actuarial processes and methodologies. Brings a strong technical foundation with interest in growing into senior analytical or underwriting responsibilities."
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Analyst (Actuarial)
Lockton Dunning Benefits, Lockton Companies
Houston, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Validated and analyzed claims and enrollment data to develop draft IBNR reserve estimates (on monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual cycles) and annual healthcare cost projections for employer-sponsored medical benefit plans.
- Participated in annual updates of Excel actuarial projection models and data request templates as part of a collaborative team process, supporting revisions to reflect evolving assumptions and client requirements.
- Served as a primary technical SME for Network Discount Analyses, supporting client- and prospect-facing teams while advising analysts and actuaries on methodology and interpretation.
- Collaborated with account teams servicing 50+ clients to respond to questions and complete ad hoc analyses related to healthcare costs, plan performance, and benefit design.
- Mentored junior analysts on actuarial processes, data validation procedures, and project methodologies to improve team consistency and efficiency.
TRANSFER GUIDE
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Welcome transfer students into the University and give them a support system to help them succeed academically, socially, and professionally.
- Hold weekly study sessions to help transfers create routines, balance coursework, and provide an academic network.
- Create social events for transfers to help connect them to campus traditions, peers, or their departments/majors.
RISK ANALYST (CASHFLOW ANALYTICS TEAM)
Cenovus Energy
Calgary, AB, Canada
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Create figures and run simulations on the team’s excel model for a monthly report presented to executives.
- Write code for optimizations/improvements to the model (VBA, Python, R).
- Create what-if models to test potential new acquisitions.
POWER WASHING PROFESSIONAL
Encompass Enterprises
Houston, TX
01.2020 - 2022
- Performed commercial and residential cleaning jobs, power and soft washing.
- Developed and performed marketing strategy via outreach, social media, brand marketing, and printed media.
- Performed door-to-door sales.
- Customer retention and satisfaction driven.
- Social platforms established to drive customer reviews for organic social platform growth.
QUARTERLY INVENTORY COUNT ASSISTANT
Phoenix Technology Services
Houston, TX
01.2019 - 2022
- Assist in quarterly and end of year inventory counts in a warehouse with 7800 SKUs and a total value of $38 million.
- Inventory count reconciliation.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Applied Mathematical Sciences - Actuarial Science
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX12-2022
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Data Validation
- IBNR Reserving
- Healthcare Cost Projections
- Network Discount Analyses
- Mentoring/Training
Timeline
Financial Analyst (Actuarial)
Lockton Dunning Benefits, Lockton Companies
01.2023 - Current
RISK ANALYST (CASHFLOW ANALYTICS TEAM)
Cenovus Energy
05.2022 - 08.2022
TRANSFER GUIDE
Texas A&M University
08.2021 - 12.2022
POWER WASHING PROFESSIONAL
Encompass Enterprises
01.2020 - 2022
QUARTERLY INVENTORY COUNT ASSISTANT
Phoenix Technology Services
01.2019 - 2022
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Applied Mathematical Sciences - Actuarial Science
Texas A&M University