Matt Darnell

Director of Finance, Centene Corporation

Professional Overview
Matt Darnell is an experienced finance executive with a strong track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering measurable results in the healthcare industry. As the Director of Finance at Centene Corporation, he oversees the company's financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions, contributing to the organization's overall growth and profitability.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Director of Finance at Centene Corporation, Matt is responsible for managing the company's financial planning and analysis processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, and providing strategic insights to support key business decisions. Under his leadership, the finance team has implemented new forecasting models and optimized budgeting procedures, leading to a 12% improvement in forecasting accuracy over the past two years.

Career Progression
Matt joined Centene Corporation in 2013 as a Senior Accountant, quickly rising through the ranks to become the Assistant Plan Controller in 2015 and the Plan Controller in 2017. In his previous roles, he played a pivotal role in streamlining the company's accounting processes, resulting in a 20% reduction in close cycle time. Matt's strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaborative approach have been instrumental in his success within the organization.

Academic Background
Matt holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Missouri-St. Louis, where he graduated cum laude. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed several executive leadership programs, including the Wharton School's Advanced Management Program.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Financial reporting and control

• Strategic decision support

• Process optimization and automation

• Cross-functional collaboration

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Centene Corporation, Matt has played a crucial role in driving the company's financial performance and supporting its growth initiatives. He has led the implementation of a new financial reporting system that has improved data visibility and enhanced the organization's ability to make data-driven decisions. Additionally, Matt has been actively involved in the company's merger and acquisition activities, providing strategic financial insights that have helped to facilitate successful integrations.

Conclusion
With his deep expertise in healthcare finance, strong analytical capabilities, and ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights, Matt Darnell is well-positioned to continue driving Centene Corporation's financial success and supporting the company's long-term growth strategy.