Christopher MacDonald

Experience

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  U.S. Army Active Duty

  Feb 2004 - Feb 2007

  Sergeant

  Trained and lead a platoon of thirty Iraqi Army soldiers during Operation Iraqi Freedom III Assisted in the transfer of Green Zone security to Iraqi ArmyCompleted first level of military supervision training (Warrior Leader Course - 2006)

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  U.S. Army Reserve

  Apr 2007 - Apr 2010

  Staff Sergeant

  Managed equipment orders, maintenance and supply for a Battalion element Executed budgetary decisions for equipment at Battalion levelPerformed forecasting and distribution of ammunition on an annual fiscal year basis Trained ROTC cadets during intense military field exercises at Warrior Forge; 2009)Completed second level of military supervision training (Basic Non-Commissioned Officers Course - 2009)

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  Aetna, Inc

  Jun 2011 - Jul 2012

  Underwriting Analyst

  Produces accurate and timely deliverables while providing customer service in support of stated mission and key performance metrics.Utilizes advanced functionality of rating/ financial tools, reference materials, and source systems. Produces timely and accurate quotes, renewals and/or accountingsUtilizes rating/financial tools, reference materials, and source systems for premium, membership and claim informationAnalyzes input/outputs for reasonability

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  Aetna

  Jul 2012 - Dec 2013

  Handles complex casework and issues using solid knowledge of Aetna's products/services and underwriting protocols• Completes accurate financial analysis and risk assessment to evaluate specific strategic options and opportunities. Makes recommendations and suggests alternatives• Focuses on quality while completing internal processes efficiently• Manages multiple tasks and effectively prioritizes work• Participates in project work groups including process improvement initiatives• Develops financial exhibits and documentation that enhance delivery• Negotiates and fully explains rate development, pricing components and application of underwriting policies while remaining conscious of financial objectives• Communicates technical concepts to internal and external constituents• Collaborates and shares information cross-functionally• Interacts with all constituents using effective oral and written communication skills• Mentors less experienced underwriters in the development of their technical skills Show less • Underwrites block of business using basic knowledge of risk assessment, pricing components, Aetna's products/services, funding methods and underwriting guidelines • Develops premium and creates financial exhibits using prior claim experience, rating tools and data sources while assessing accuracy of data and applying underwriter judgement as warranted• Analyzes results for reasonability and makes decision about how to proceed• Makes recommendations for plan changes and rate impact based on financial analysis, underwriting principals and business strategy• Manages multiple tasks and effectively prioritizes work• May assist Manager with team projects by providing information and collecting data • Supports and identifies process improvement through automation or change • Communicates technical and financial concepts to internal constituents both verbally and in writing • Collaborates and shares information cross functionally with internal constituents Show less

  • Underwriting Consultant

    Apr 2013 - Dec 2013

  • Underwriter

    Jul 2012 - Apr 2013
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  Aetna, a CVS Health Company

  Dec 2013 - Jul 2020

  -Forecast and Planning for membership, revenue, underwriting margin and SG&A-Performed most accounting functions for the PA Medicaid Plan.-Computed revenue, withhold amounts, accruals, recoveries each month-Responsible for all revenue based journal entries-Responsible for all balance sheet reconciliations-Integrated all files associated with the general ledger to pull directly from Excel4Apps-Coordinated efforts to rearrange file management systems-Monthly SG&A reviews with operations Show less -Directly supports CFO for NY/NJ market with over $1.5B in 2016 revenue-Manage processes that control/analyze of monthly key drivers and variances to achieve business goals-Evaluate, analyze, and present financial information relative to plans and forecast to senior management-Prepare quarterly forecasts, annual plan and SG&A budget for business unit -Responsible for supervising and developing models for financial forecasting and monthly reporting functions-Identify, research, develop and recommend solutions to improve business results-Manage Financial Associates/Analysts providing career path guidance by creating department training activities Show less -Business unit financial lead supporting 2 vertical P&L’s with $340M in combined revenue-Leads monthly financial review presentations with business unit heads discussing income statement, revenue analysis, volume analysis and SG&A.-Directs Forecast and Planning for supported business units, while leading the teams SG&A -Planning and Forecast procedures-Team lead for SG&A, premium aging and Salesforce -Team lead for opportunities and risks bi-weekly presentation to National Accounts CEO Show less • Provide data and analysis to support the unit's mission • Makes recommendations to support the unit's mission • Provide oversight and perform appropriate balancing of all reporting to ensure completeness and accuracy • Assist with analysis of key components of financial results, identifying trends and variances; addressing questions as needed • Support financial information requests from business financial management • Participating in special projects and ad hoc reporting requests as needed Show less

  • Director- Business Intelligence-Financial Shared Services

    Jan 2019 - Jul 2020

  • Financial Reporting & Analysis Manager- Pennsylvania Medicaid Finance

    Sept 2017 - Dec 2018

  • Financial Manager

    Oct 2016 - Sept 2017

  • Senior Financial Associate

    Sept 2015 - Oct 2016

  • Financial Associate

    Dec 2013 - Sept 2015
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  CVS Health

  Jan 2022 - now

  Lead Director, Shared Services Reporting and Automation

  • Spearhead the management and optimization of three core areas: consolidated financial reporting, capital reporting, and finance shared services process improvement and automation.• Oversee the consolidation of financial reporting across multiple business units, enhancing the accuracy and accessibility of financial data for strategic decision-making.• Drive the development and implementation of capital reporting strategies, ensuring effective allocation and tracking of capital resources.• Champion finance shared services process improvement initiatives, leveraging automation technologies to streamline operations and increase efficiency. Show less