Marcela Viviana Iftimie
Iasi
Summary
Self-motivated, results-driven management professional with diverse credentials which combine Fraud Examination and Accounting expertise with Audit Compliance knowledge and Organizational Psychology acumen. Proven ability to work collaboratively and to motivate personnel to reach desired individual and company objectives, with a commitment to achieving corporate goals and a relentless dedication to professional development. Exceptional ability to understand needs and build rapport with business stakeholders, to provide highest quality level customer service with unwavering commitment to work ethics and building productive relationships.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Project Manager
Office of Inspector General HHSC
05.2018 - 06.2021
- Planed and conducted audits related to Texas state healthcare programs in accordance with state laws, policies and regulatory guidelines:
- Conducted audit project planning, development, implementation and reporting, project risk assessment, supervision and coordination of audit staff, timely completion of audit field work;
- Overseen audit staff work, performed quality assurance reviews, ensured staff development, determined audit staff work priorities to ensure both timelines and high quality performance;
- Researched complex policies and procedures to identify audit areas and adopted measures to meet critical deadlines;
- Conducted interviews with and gathered relevant information from managed care programs participants;
- Prepared, reviewed and analyzed audit and administrative documentation and reports; addressed audit inquiries, reporting assignments, audit topics presentations, other internal initiatives and agency-wide assignments.
- Quickly learned new skills and identified tools to use with daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Senior Auditor
Office of Attorney General
Austin
03.2014 - 05.2018
- Conducted compliance audits of healthcare providers to include accounting, financial and program related documentation based on state contracts to determine compliance with regulations, policies, procedures and relevant laws
- Planed, organized, and executed audits in compliance with generally accepted auditing standards; maintained, reviewed and prepared audit work papers, reports and other required documentation
- Performed inquiries, examinations and analyses, including statistical sampling on large data of Medicaid claims or other accounting information obtained from various databases and electronic systems
- Documented investigative audits preparing detailed audit/criminal investigative reports and memos in professional, accurate and timely manner, consistent with agency guidelines
- Collaborated with investigators, auditors, department executives, managers of private entities, including intra-unit, intra-agency and inter-agency joint investigative teams.
Auditor
Office of Inspector General HHSC
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Performed compliance audits of healthcare providers reports and financial statements, under increasingly limited supervision and with considerable latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment
- Developed and implemented audit procedures based on assessed level of audit risk; reviewed and analyzed accounting documentation and financial statements and reported on auditees compliance and performance; participated in audit teams for evaluation of healthcare programs economy, efficiency, and effectiveness
- Compiled audit reports including preparation of outline, draft report, final report and obtained executive approval for final audit report
- Participated in site visits as team member during audit fieldwork to examine and gather data, review and analyze program, accounting and financial documentation, verified compliance with generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and specific program criteria.
Accountant
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles
Austin
03.2011 - 08.2012
- Reviewed, audited and coded financial documentation related to procurement and payments of vendors, agency credit cards, grants, and travel reimbursements in compliance with federal and state rules and regulations and with agency procedures;
- Reconciled vendors and contracts balances due and resolved any discrepancies in collaboration with vendors, project managers and budget analysts;
- Verified documentation for completion and accuracy and ensured proper expenditure coding in compliance with comptroller object codes, organizational indexes, appropriations, funds and program cost accounts;
- Prepared and presented reports regarding accounts payables, analyzed outstanding balances reports and ensured processing of timely payments to vendors;
- Resolved problems related to travel expenses and maintained direct billing accounts for airfares, car rentals, hotel accommodations and per-diem reimbursements;
- Assisted with refunds processing, accounts receivables and other financial assignments as needed.
Tax Examiner
Internal Revenue Service
01.2009 - 03.2011
- Examined various types of income returns to determine tax liability of individual taxpayers;
- Analyzed, researched and determined pertinent parts of tax regulations and procedures to resolve tax issues pertaining to tax returns processing;
- Identified and initiated correspondence with taxpayers necessary to address tax issues and informed taxpayers of any pertinent changes applicable to their tax returns
- During second year served as subject matter expert in organizational tax instructional manuals review team
- Participated in development team to write and update training materials and computer-based applications (i.e. instructor guides, new hire manuals and job aids).
Mental Health Specialist
US Army
01.2003 - 03.2008
- Managed patient case load and documentation related to mental health care; ensured appropriate diagnostic and procedural coding in medical electronic systems
- Conducted intake interviews and mental health assessments and presented recommendations on case diagnosis and treatment to licensed Mental Health officers
- Facilitated group counseling and mediations; developed, implemented and presented educational materials and classes
- Verified accuracy of file records and compliance with medical records regulations
- Collected and processed statistical data on climate surveys and analyzed trends of mental health sessions
- Performed soldier duties as assigned.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University
Iasi RomaniaBachelor of Science - Economics
Alexandru Ioan Cuza
Iasi RomaniaCertified Fraud Examiner -
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Austin TexasProfessional Accountant Certificate -
Austin Community College
Austin, TexasOrganizational Psychology Graduate Courses -
Walden University
Project Management Qualified -
Management And Strategy Institute
Corporate Trainer Certified -
Management And Strategy Institute
Skills
- Project planning and supervision
- Regulatory auditing
- Employee Interviewing
- Group Discussion Facilitation
- Coaching and Development
- Corporate Training Programs
- Compliance Training
- Quality Assurance
- Clear Communication
- Video Conferencing
- Group Instruction
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior modification
Accomplishments
US Army Achievement Medals and Commendation Medals for exceptionally meritorious services.
Timeline
Audit Project Manager
Office of Inspector General HHSC
05.2018 - 06.2021
Senior Auditor
Office of Attorney General
03.2014 - 05.2018
Auditor
Office of Inspector General HHSC
09.2012 - 03.2014
Accountant
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles
03.2011 - 08.2012
Tax Examiner
Internal Revenue Service
01.2009 - 03.2011
Mental Health Specialist
US Army
01.2003 - 03.2008
Master of Science - Accounting
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Alexandru Ioan Cuza
Certified Fraud Examiner -
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Professional Accountant Certificate -
Austin Community College
Organizational Psychology Graduate Courses -
Walden University
Project Management Qualified -
Management And Strategy Institute
Corporate Trainer Certified -
Management And Strategy Institute
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